King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion
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News and information from the Office of King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion.
Joel Connelly, who passed away today at age 78, was an excellent reporter and columnist for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer w/an institutional knowledge of the Northwest. As much as we remember his exceptional reporting, we also remember his kindness and joy for life. Weâll miss you, Joel.
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On April 13, King County Prosecutors filed two Murder in the First Degree charges, each with firearm enhancements, and an Assault in the Second DegreeâââDomestic Violence charge, against the defendant in an April 7, 2026, Kent double homicide case. Info:
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Charges in Kent Double Homicide
On April 13, King County Prosecutors filed two Murder in the First Degree charges, each with firearm enhancements, and an Assault in theâŠ
https://medium.com/p/236add8c70cd?postPublishedType=initial
3 days ago
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On March 27, Neiana M. Allen-Bailey was sentenced by a judge to 240 months for the August 8, 2023 shooting death of Amare Geda â plus an 3 additional years of community custody after incarceration, and restitution to be determined at a future hearing. More info:
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20 Year Sentence in SODO Murder Case
On March 27, Neiana M. Allen-Bailey was sentenced by a judge to 240 months for the August 8, 2023 shooting death of Amare Geda â plus an 3âŠ
https://medium.com/p/8032e02c3ab7?postPublishedType=initial
18 days ago
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In the month of February, our office filed 40 cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details:
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February Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing monthly reports detailing the cases filed by the King County ProsecutingâŠ
https://medium.com/p/f154500b7562?postPublishedType=initial
21 days ago
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Yesterday, King County Prosecutors filed an Attempted Murder In The Second Degree charge against the defendant in a Northgate case. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/northgate-at...
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Northgate Attempted Murder Charge
Yesterday, King County Prosecutors filed an Attempted Murder In The Second Degree charge against the defendant in a Northgate case. AtâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/northgate-attempted-murder-charge-75dc2b310ae5?postPublishedType=repub
22 days ago
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The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has charged the person arrested for damaging art at the Chihuly Garden & Glass building with Burglary In The First Degree, Assault In The Second Degree & Malicious Mischief In The First Degree. More info:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-c...
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Charges in Chihuly Garden and Glass Case
The King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office has charged the person arrested for damaging art at the Chihuly Garden and Glass building atâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-chihuly-garden-and-glass-case-df4fffa92416?postPublishedType=initial
25 days ago
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A new bill aimed at strengthening WA's child sex abuse laws is now headed to the governorâs desk. A key part of the proposal holds offenders accountable who generate or possess sexually explicit AI depictions of non-identifiable minors
@fox13seattle.bsky.social
www.fox13seattle.com/news/wa-ai-c...
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WA bill to strengthen laws against child sex abuse heads to governor's desk
A new bill aimed at strengthening Washingtonâs child sex abuse laws, particularly involving sexually explicit generative AI content, is now headed to the governorâs desk.
https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/wa-ai-child-sex-abuse-bill-governor
about 1 month ago
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"Amy Freedheim, Chair of the Felony Traffic Unit at the King County Prosecutor's Office, is retiring after 35 years. She leaves behind a career defined by policy reforms, victims she'll never forget, and an unfinished push to lower WA's BAC to .05"
www.king5.com/article/news...
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After decades of fighting for victims of vehicular crime, King County's top traffic prosecutor steps down
Amy Freedheim, who helped lower the legal blood-alcohol limit and elevated vehicular homicide penalties, vows to keep advocating for safer roads in retirement.
https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/king-county-top-traffic-prosecutor-steps-down/281-64c2ae61-24a6-44d7-a44b-f53d19ad5702
about 2 months ago
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In the month of January, our office filed 39 cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/january-fire...
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January Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing monthly reports detailing the cases filed by the King County ProsecutingâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/january-firearm-case-report-6b641d802582
about 2 months ago
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Iâm calling on the Washington State Legislature to make crime survivors a priority â hereâs why.
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about 2 months ago
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King County Prosecutors have filed charges â Murder in the Second Degree with a Deadly Weapon Allegation and Arson in the First Degree â in a Des Moines case. More info:
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Charges in Des Moines Murder, Arson Case
King County Prosecutors have filed charges â Murder in the Second Degree with a Deadly Weapon Allegation and Arson in the First Degree â inâŠ
https://medium.com/p/c85fbec8a266?postPublishedType=initial
about 2 months ago
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King County Prosecutors have charged two defendants for the murder of Jaydon Jameson on October 9, 2025 in Seattle. More info:
medium.com/p/cc27087190...
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Two Defendants Face Multiple Charges in Capitol Hill Murder
King County Prosecutors have charged two defendants for the murder of Jaydon Jameson on October 9, 2025.
https://medium.com/p/cc270871900d?postPublishedType=initial
about 2 months ago
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Yesterday, King County Prosecutors secured a unanimous jury conviction for hate crime and assault in a case involving a bias-driven attack in the University District last year. [1/3]
2 months ago
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Today, King County Council honored a legend, an icon and an important mentor of mine â Justice Mary Yu. A former King County Deputy Prosecutor, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Judge â all before being appointed to the WA Supreme Court. Justice Yu you are a trailblazer in the truest sense. Thank you!
2 months ago
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Today, we were in court suing to stop the Trump Administration from forcing King County to comply with anti-immigrant, anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-abortion policies in order to receive Congressional funding.
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2 months ago
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đ Today is the day. Let's bring the trophy back home. Go Hawks! đȘđđ
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2 months ago
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Today, King County Prosecutors rush filed a Murder in the Second Degree charge, along with a firearm enhancement, against the defendant in Renton case. The defendant remains in custody. More info:
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Charges in Renton Murder Case
Today, King County Prosecutors rush filed a Murder in the Second Degree charge, along with a firearm enhancement, against the defendant inâŠ
https://medium.com/p/8c9304d02551?postPublishedType=initial
2 months ago
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King County Prosecutors have charged a defendant in Seattle with possessing and dealing in child sex abuse material. More information:
medium.com/p/18a9b571cb...
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Charges in Seattle Child Sex Abuse Material Case
King County Prosecutors have charged a defendant in Seattle with possessing and dealing in child sex abuse material. The defendant wasâŠ
https://medium.com/p/18a9b571cb29?postPublishedType=initial
2 months ago
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Across the countryâincluding Seattle, Redmond, & other WA communitiesâmasked federal agents are making immigration arrests. Masks erode trust, increase danger, & block accountability. SB 5855 passed the Senate just yesterday; now on to the House & hopefully soon the Governor's desk to become law.
3 months ago
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As King County's Chief Legal Advisor, today I'm reaffirming my commitment to protecting King County from the unlawful deployment of federal immigration agents. [1/2]
3 months ago
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On Friday, January 16, 2026, a King County Court sentenced Jerome Frank Jones to life in prison for the 1994 aggravated murders of Stacy Falcon-Dewey and her 3-year-old son, Jacob Dewey.
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3 months ago
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This afternoon, @KCProsecutor filed charges â Robbery In The Second Degree and Attempting To Elude A Pursuing Police Vehicle â against the defendant accused of stealing a WSP patrol vehicle. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-s...
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Charges in Stolen Patrol Car Case
This afternoon, King County Prosecutors filed chargesâââRobbery In The Second Degree and Attempting To Elude A Pursuing Police Vehicle ââŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-stolen-patrol-car-case-7ada88974938?postPublishedType=initial
4 months ago
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This afternoon, Andrew Baim was sentenced for the 2023 Ravensdale murder of Nick Valison. At todayâs hearing a judge followed the Stateâs recommendation for the high end and sentenced the defendant to 295 months (24.6 years). More info:
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24.6 Year Sentence in Ravensdale Murder Case
This afternoon, Andrew Baim was sentenced for the 2023 Ravensdale murder of Nick Valison. This follows a trial earlier this year in which aâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/24-6-year-sentence-in-ravensdale-murder-case-e8edb8587a69?postPublishedType=initial
4 months ago
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This afternoon, the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office charged the 38-year-old man accused of stabbing a Bellevue Police officer. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-b...
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Charges in Bellevue Stabbing
This afternoon, the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office charged the 38-year-old man accused of stabbing a Bellevue Police officerâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-bellevue-stabbing-1f3ea9c3c216?postPublishedType=initial
4 months ago
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This past week, Iâve had a chance to connect â and reconnect â with new and returning elected leaders to discuss public safety and justice in King County. Iâm looking forward to working with these folks in 2026.
4 months ago
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The King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office has charged a defendant with Assault in the First Degree; according to police investigators, the defendant randomly assaulted a 75-year-old woman near 3rd Avenue and James Street in Seattle.
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Charges in Seattle Assault Case
The King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office has charged a defendant with Assault in the First Degree; according to police investigatorsâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-in-seattle-assault-case-6bc8744faffc
4 months ago
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"Seattle tutor sentenced to nearly 9 years for child rape, having digitally-altered images of student"
www.kiro7.com/news/local/s...
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Seattle tutor sentenced to nearly 9 years for child rape, having digitally-altered images of student
âAs a parent, seeing your child like that, it is a pain that no sentence can measure.â
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seattle-tutor-sentenced-nearly-9-years-child-rape-having-digitally-altered-images-student/OGFMGMVYZ5EWPFPGGO64IQ46KU/
4 months ago
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On Dec. 5 there was a sentencing for the defendant for a case investigated by Kent Police. The 57 month sentence stems from an incident in October of 2021 in which police responded to a drive by shooting where multiple rounds were fired at the two victims.
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Sentencing in Drive-by Shooting Case
On Dec. 5 there was a sentencing for Kent Wayne Perdue II for a case (21â1â03616â6) investigated by Kent Police. Mr. Perdue was sentencedâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/sentencing-in-drive-by-shooting-case-a3b9ba028dd0?postPublishedType=initial
4 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from November 10 through November 24. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
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KCPAO in the News: November 10â November 24
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from November 10 through November 24. Our officeâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-november-10-november-24-5e8f319f6836?postPublishedType=initial
5 months ago
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For 35 years, the Judges Charles V. Johnson Youth & Law Forum has opened the pipeline for junior high and high school students to consider careers in law. Thousands of students, many of whom are from communities historically underrepresented in the legal field, have attended over the years.
5 months ago
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Visiting New Beginnings domestic violence shelter is tradition in our Domestic Violence Unit. Our team recently made the trip once again to visit New Beginnings, the oldest DV organization in Washington State, to see firsthand the critical work happening in community.
5 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from October 27 through November 10. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the...
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KCPAO in the News: October 27â November 10
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from October 27 through November 10. Our officeâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-october-27-november-10-5a41f358621d
5 months ago
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Congratulations King County Executive-elect,
@girmayzahilay.bsky.social
! I'm looking forward to continuing to work with you to promote justice and safety in all of our King County communities.
5 months ago
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This afternoon, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office filed a charge of Murder in the First Degree with sexual motivation and a deadly weapon enhancement against the defendant accused of the 1994 death of Tanya Marie Frazier.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-file...
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Charges Filed: 1994 Murder Case
Thursday afternoon, the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office filed charges of Murder in the First Degree with sexual motivation and aâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/charges-filed-1994-murder-case-ded22c45f706
5 months ago
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On October 22, our office helped commemorate domestic violence awareness month by co-hosting a community event with the YWCA which highlighted the impact of Survivors FIRST â a diversion program which supports criminalized survivors of gender-based violence.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/highlighting...
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Highlighting Survivors Justice During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
On October 22, the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office helped commemorate domestic violence awareness month by co-hosting a communityâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/highlighting-survivors-justice-during-domestic-violence-awareness-month-157eba8b6c32
6 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from October 15 through October 27. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the...
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KCPAO in the News: October 15â October 27
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from October 15 through October 27. Our officeâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-october-15-october-27-0255fc1b8943
6 months ago
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Today, a beloved, four-legged member of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office team has officially retired after a decade of service to the people of King County.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/king-county-...
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King County Courthouse Dog Retires After 10 Years of Service
Today, a beloved, four-legged member of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office team has officially retired after a decade of serviceâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/king-county-courthouse-dog-retires-after-10-years-of-service-50d3baaf1bcf
6 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from October 6 through October 15. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
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KCPAO in the News: October 6â October 15
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from October 6 through October 15. Our officeâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-october-6-october-15-b9ba8783851b
6 months ago
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NEWS: King County Prosecutors filed a felony Animal Cruelty in the 1st Degree charge against the defendant in a case involving an attack, and subsequent death of a dog staying at a boarding kennel, according to the evidence from police investigators. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/felony-charg...
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Felony Charge in Seattle Animal Cruelty Case
King County Prosecutors filed a felony Animal Cruelty in the First Degree charge against the defendant in a case involving an attack, andâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/felony-charge-in-seattle-animal-cruelty-case-cad9d043dd63
6 months ago
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"The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has launched the Safer Schools Strategy to address the troubling rise in juvenile gun violence and serious crimes."
komonews.com/news/local/k...
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King County's Safer Schools Strategy tackles rising juvenile gun violence
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has launched the Safer Schools Strategy to address the troubling rise in juvenile gun violence and serious crimes.
https://komonews.com/news/local/king-countys-safer-schools-strategy-tackles-rising-juvenile-gun-violence-teen-school-shooting-elementary-middle-children-emergency-drill-probabtion-internebtion-seattle-tacoma-bellevue
6 months ago
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âMaking charging decisions within 30 days is part of our commitment to improve the aspects of the justice system that are within our controlâ -- King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion
@seattletimes.com
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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King County prosecutors now must make charging decisions within 30 days
The policy, which went into effect Oct. 1, has been in the works for months and applies to adult felony cases and all cases involving juvenile suspects.
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/law-justice/king-county-prosecutors-now-must-make-charging-decisions-within-30-days/
6 months ago
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Today, weâre sharing an update on the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Officeâs Safer Schools Strategy â which launched in January 2024 â and seeks to prevent tragedies and support safer schools for all King County children. Full story:
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How Weâre Addressing Firearms & Violence in SchoolsâââUpdate on the KCPAOâs Safer Schools Strategy
Today, weâre sharing an update on the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Officeâs Safer Schools Strategyâââwhich launched in January 2024âŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/how-were-addressing-firearms-violence-in-schools-update-on-the-kcpao-s-safer-schools-strategy-414b33a26409
6 months ago
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NEWS: King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion Announces â30 Day Case Reviewâ Policy to Improve Certainty and Speed of Justice in King County. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/manion-annou...
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Manion Announces â30 Day Case Reviewâ Policy to Improve Certainty and Speed of Justice in KingâŠ
Adult Felony and all Juvenile Referrals Now Reviewed Within 30 Days of Law Enforcement Referral
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/manion-announces-30-day-case-review-policy-to-improve-certainty-and-speed-of-justice-in-king-27cd1367b382
6 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of of our office from September 30 through October 6. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the...
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KCPAO in the News: September 30âââOctober 6
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from September 30 through October 6. Our officeâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-september-30-october-6-4adbb46ba018
6 months ago
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Read our new op-ed in
@seattletimes.com
on how our team is working to address firearms and violence in schools: "WA needs smarter, safer ways to keep violence out of schools"
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/wa-n...
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WA needs smarter, safer ways to keep violence out of schools | Op-Ed
The King County Prosecutor's Office has a new strategy to ensure school safety threats are identified and investigated consistently. More help is needed.
https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/wa-needs-smarter-safer-ways-to-keep-violence-out-of-schools/
6 months ago
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"King County prosecutorâs office expands efforts to prevent school violence"
mynorthwest.com/local/king-c...
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King County prosecutor's office expands efforts to prevent school violence
King County prosecutors now have more options for high-risk students and to prevent school violence.
https://mynorthwest.com/local/king-county-prosecutors/4138444
7 months ago
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Great meeting with Representative Roger Goodman about public safety priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Thank you for coming to the King County Courthouse!
7 months ago
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Below are news stories featuring the work of our office from September 9 through September 30. Our office handles felony-level crimes â which are the more serious crimes committed in King County â while City Attorneysâ offices handle most misdemeanors.
kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the...
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KCPAO in the News: September 9â September 30
Below are news stories featuring the work of the King County Prosecuting Attorneyâs Office from September 9 through September 30. OurâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/kcpao-in-the-news-september-9-september-30-5da459b62fbb
7 months ago
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Congratulations to Amy Freedheim, who Chairs our Felony Traffic Unit, and was recently honored with a lifetime achievement award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)!
7 months ago
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In the month of August, our office filed 49 cases based on law enforcement referrals in which firearms were involved; these charges include cases involving firearm violence. Details:
kcprosecutor.medium.com/august-2025-...
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August 2025 Firearm Case Report
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is sharing regular reports detailing the cases filed by the King County ProsecutingâŠ
https://kcprosecutor.medium.com/august-2025-firearm-case-report-ec13ec7dddb7
7 months ago
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