Navajo County Attorney's Office

09/28/2026

What is a Brady violation and how does it affect a criminal case?

Prosecutors have a constitutional obligation to disclose material evidence that is favorable to the defense. When evidence covered by that obligation is suppressed, it can raise serious due process concerns and, depending on the circumstances, may affect the outcome of a case.

But what actually qualifies as a Brady violation? And does one automatically mean a case is dismissed?

In this episode of Justice Explained, we break down what Brady means, how these issues are reviewed, and what can happen when a violation affects a case.

Understanding the terminology helps us better understand the safeguards built into the criminal justice process.

09/26/2026

You may have heard terms like "Brady Evidence" or "Brady Violation in court or when discussing the criminal justice system. But what do they actually mean?

The Brady Rule comes from the 1963 U.S. Supreme Court case Brady v. Maryland and addresses a prosecutor's constitutional obligation to disclose favorable material evidence to the defense.

Understanding terms like material, exculpatory, and impeachment evidence can make the topic of disclosure easier to understand.

Swipe through the graphics for a quick breakdown.



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09/18/2026

We’re looking for vendors to join us in Winslow on October 16 for our upcoming Domestic Violence Awareness community event! 💜

This event is about bringing our community together for an afternoon of connection, fun, and education while raising awareness about domestic violence and the resources available to those who need support.

If you have a local business, organization, product, service, or resource you’d like to share with the community, we’d love to have you there!

📍 300 W Hillview St., Winslow
📅 October 16, 2026
📞 Questions? Call 928-241-0650
🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDmEgHyHGZzfqiQ7SwwiaUkFxDuNXrVYIdctobdMJuaW1gkQ/viewform

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with a local business or organization you’d love to see there!

09/15/2026

Join us for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration. Now you can wear your support while you’re there!

Registration is open for the 15th Annual Navajo County Attorney’s Office Victims’ Rights Symposium on December 4, 2026. This year’s theme, “Voices of Strength, Inspiring Change,” celebrates the strength of survivors and the power we all have to create positive change in our communities.

When you register, you can preorder this year’s Symposium T-shirt for a $15 add-on. Even better, your purchase has a purpose as proceeds from T-shirt sales will help provide emergency assistance to victims of crime.

Come learn with us, connect with community partners, hear powerful stories, and help us continue supporting victims throughout Navajo County.

General Registration: $15 — lunch included
Registration + T-shirt: $30 — lunch included
Youth Workshop: FREE — lunch included

Visit ncaosymposium.com to learn more and register.

Wear your support to inspire change.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember those whose lives were lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders and countless others whose courage and service will never be forgotten.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/08/2026

Domestic violence doesn’t just impact individuals... it impacts families, friends, workplaces, and entire communities. Bringing people together gives us an opportunity to raise awareness, share resources, encourage healthy relationships, and remind survivors that support is available.

But awareness doesn’t always have to look like a serious presentation. Sometimes it can look like neighbors connecting, families having fun, and community members starting conversations that matter.

That’s why this October, we’re bringing awareness and community together. 💜

Join us October 16 from 2–8 PM at St. Joseph’s Gym in Winslow for our Domestic Violence Awareness Community Event.

09/07/2026

09/03/2026

CALLING ALL TEENS IN NAVAJO COUNTY! 📣

The 2026 Youth Poster & Video Contest is officially open! This year's theme, "Resiliency in a Tech-Heavy World," challenges students to use their creativity to explore the risks young people face online while sharing messages of self-worth, resilience, and positive action.

Contest Dates: August 24-October 31, 2026
Cash prizes: $500, $250, $100

Technology and social media are a huge part of young people's lives. We want to give youth an opportunity to think critically about those challenges, use their voices to educate others, and show how creativity can inspire positive change.

The contest will lead into our Youth Workshop at the Victims' Rights Symposium on December 4, where national speaker and school counselor Nate Webb will speak with youth about building resilience, navigating social media, overcoming bullying, and recognizing their self-worth. We'll be sharing much more about the Youth Workshop at a later time!

We invite teens that are interested to participate individually or in with a team. Schools should have received our contest packet to provide to youth, but if you have not and are interested for your group or child, please use this link:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:d69b828b-3c40-4366-a9a6-7b5910eaa2e6