In 2011, the state of Alabama instated massive budget cuts that severely affected our offices. This decrease in funding forced us to do away with our White Collar Division. Which in turn, transferred the responsibility of prosecuting white collar crimes to the already overloaded Assistant District Attorneys in circuit court. Since then, our office has…
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Mobile County currently has over $848,000 in unclaimed restitution owed to victims of crimes. We are looking for these individuals so they may be compensated for losses incurred due to a crime. Restitution is a court-ordered remittance that a convicted offender pays to the victim as part of their sentence. Restitution can cover…
DetailsJuvenile Prosecution is an essential component of our justice system, and the James T. Strickland Youth Center is where it takes place. The efforts of the employees and Assistant District Attorneys at Strickland Youth Center contribute to the rehabilitation, punishment, deterrence, and housing of juvenile offenders. They also ensure that our community is protected and that…
DetailsNational Crime Victims’ Rights Week is observed across the nation every year in April. Its purpose is to raise awareness of the impact that crimes have on victims and their families. One of our main focuses at the DA’s office is to ensure justice for our victims. This is why this week is so dear…
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After ADA ChaLea Tisdale’s compelling closing arguments, a circuit court jury found Julius Tolbert guilty of Domestic Violence First Degree on June 8, 2018. Tolbert was accused of shooting the mother of his child while she held their young son on June 24, 2014. This was not the first time that Julius intimidated Shanta with…
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Last night The Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama held their first annual Leading Ladies Awards Reception at Moes Original Barbecue in Downtown Mobile, Alabama. This reception was dedicated to women who have shown excellence through their personal and professional achievements and their commitment to the community. Leading Ladies provides young girls with positive role…
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