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San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan is warning businesses and scammers not to take advantage of consumers by price gouging or other fraud schemes during a state of an emergency – doing so can result in prosecution and jail.
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One day after a rainstorm left widespread damage in its wake, County crews are out in the field assessing the severity of the destruction to homes, businesses and other infrastructure.
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Imagine a scenario in which your loved one is being pulled over or approached by a Sheriff’s deputy and is unable to communicate effectively with the officer. Whether your loved one has an autism spectrum disorder, dementia, becomes anxious around authority figures or is living with another condition that could impact how they react to the deputy, the deputy should be aware.
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A young student at the Probation Department’s Youth Development Academy is getting a unique opportunity to follow his academic and musical pursuits at a prestigious music college during his journey to restore his life. It’s a joint effort between the County Probation Department and the Berklee College of Music.
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Regional law enforcement, including San Diego County Probation, Sheriff’s and District Attorney officers, accompanied 300 specially selected local third graders for a fun day that ended with a $200 holiday shopping spree at Target.
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The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department is being recognized by the San Diego County Taxpayers Association for giving men and women in county jails a second chance to successfully prepare for their return to our communities.
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Thanksgiving is a time of gathering for many people and one of the busiest travel times of the year. Millions of people are hitting the road to get to their destinations. The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department is reminding those getting behind the wheel not to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.