23rd Judicial D.A.'s Office

23rd Judicial D.A.'s Office George Brauchler is the DA for Colorado's first new Judicial District in 60 years. Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties.

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08/31/2026

The victims are a “beacon of inspiration and hope. ”Deputy DA Brynn Chase speaks out following the sentencing of a serial offender, who received a 24-year prison sentence. Chase discusses the significance of the sentence, accountability for repeat offenders, and the pursuit of justice for victims. ⚖️

💙 Big congrats to our incredible Diversion Supervisor, Rena Hodge! Rena received a Letter of Commendation from the DA’s ...
08/28/2026

💙 Big congrats to our incredible Diversion Supervisor, Rena Hodge! Rena received a Letter of Commendation from the DA’s Office for nearly 20 years of dedicated work in mental health, including almost a decade in Diversion. Way to go Rena! So well-deserved. 👏🌟

08/27/2026

“Come here to commit a crime in Douglas County, expect to stay awhile.”
DA George Brauchler delivered a clear message Tuesday at the Douglas County Retail Theft Summit in Castle Rock.
Law enforcement, business owners and representatives gathered to voice concerns, ask questions and work toward solutions to a problem costing Colorado billions of dollars.
The mission: put an end to retail theft in Douglas County.

40 years in prison for a dangerous felon! 33 year old Luke Barkhaus stabbed three people-including a child-in a random c...
08/25/2026

40 years in prison for a dangerous felon! 33 year old Luke Barkhaus stabbed three people-including a child-in a random crime spree. “I’m hopeful an extended stay in the DOC will give the defendant an opportunity to address the issues that contributed to his criminal behavior, and give the victims time to heal,” said Senior Deputy DA Lauren Raible.

DA George Brauchler speaks with Olivia Young from CBS Colorado about a violent offender who continuously avoids prosecut...
08/24/2026

DA George Brauchler speaks with Olivia Young from CBS Colorado about a violent offender who continuously avoids prosecution.



Douglas County Sheriff's Office Olivia Young Douglas County - Government Parker Police Department Castle Rock Police Department Town of Parker, Colorado Highlands Ranch Metro District Darren Weekly for Sheriff

Douglas County serial ra**st Javier Rodriguez-Andrade will spend 20 years to life in prison. Rodriguez Andrade pleaded g...
08/24/2026

Douglas County serial ra**st Javier Rodriguez-Andrade will spend 20 years to life in prison. Rodriguez Andrade pleaded guilty to felony sexual assault as well as a crime of violence causing serious bodily injury. Rodriguez-Andrade will be sentenced on October 30th.

“While he felt entitled to these girl’s bodies, the only thing he is entitled to is an extended stay in the Department of Corrections.” Said Senior Deputy District Attorney Brynn Chase.


George Brauchler Douglas County Sheriff's Office

🎉 Congratulations to "2026 NACC Outstanding Law Student" Nyomi Davis of the University of Colorado Law School! Nyomi is ...
08/17/2026

🎉 Congratulations to "2026 NACC Outstanding Law Student" Nyomi Davis of the University of Colorado Law School! Nyomi is a rockstar intern at the 23rd, and a welcome addition to the office.

Nyomi’s experience growing up in the child welfare system has fueled her legal career and lifelong commitment to advocating for young people. She continues that work as a member of the Colorado Office of the Child’s Representative Lived Experts Action Panel.
Big congrats, Ny! Very well-deserved. 👏⚖️

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Justice served. Another dangerous criminal is off the streets Steven Hudson has been sentenced to 36 years in prison aft...
08/10/2026

Justice served. Another dangerous criminal is off the streets

Steven Hudson has been sentenced to 36 years in prison after trying to run over an officer and pointing a gun at other officers during an undercover sting.

He chose violence. Now he will spend decades behind bars.

“We are safer for his incarceration,” said DA George Brauchler.

36 years. One dangerous offender off our streets. Lincoln County is safer.

Strong communities are built through strong partnerships, and by holding criminals accountable.Today in Denver, DA Georg...
08/05/2026

Strong communities are built through strong partnerships, and by holding criminals accountable.

Today in Denver, DA George Brauchler met with the Industrial Property Owners of Colorado to discuss how the 23rd Judicial District Attorney's Office is working alongside our law enforcement partners to combat theft and other crimes.

We’re grateful for community partners who share that commitment. Thank you to IPOC for the thoughtful conversation and your dedication to making Colorado a safer place.

The Mighty 23rd showed up in force Saturday for the MADD Colorado "Move with MADD" Walk/5K at Sloan’s Lake.It was an hon...
08/02/2026

The Mighty 23rd showed up in force Saturday for the MADD Colorado "Move with MADD" Walk/5K at Sloan’s Lake.

It was an honor to stand alongside our community, remember those impacted by impaired driving, and support MADD’s mission to eliminate impaired driving. Together, we can help make Colorado’s roads safer for everyone. 💙

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