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ABOUT NAVAJO COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

The Navajo County Attorney’s Office provides many services to the citizens of Navajo County. Prosecuting crime is our primary function along with providing legal advice to the county’s elected officials and departments. However, we also provide a variety of other services to citizens, such as assistance with adoptions, bad check recovery, child support collection, and services to victims and witnesses. We serve all of Navajo County, including our citizens living on the Navajo Nation, the Hopi reservation and the White Mountain Apache reservation. While most crimes on tribal lands fall under federal or tribal jurisdiction, several cases each year (especially those involving the transportation of drugs) are prosecuted by the Navajo County Attorney’s Office. The Navajo County Attorney’s Office also assists with negotiating intergovernmental agreements between the county, state, cities and towns, tribal authorities and federal agencies such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs. These agreements foster close working partnerships among the participants and often benefit tribal lands by providing for the creation and maintenance of roads, ensuring a coordinated approach to critical activities such as homeland security and public health, and enhancing law enforcement and emergency preparedness. We are proud of our part in fostering closer relationships with the tribal governments and providing comprehensive services to all the citizens of Navajo County.

Victim Compensation is administered by the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) for victims of crimes. Even if the...
06/07/2026

Victim Compensation is administered by the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) for victims of crimes. Even if the individual(s) who committed the crime are not charged.

This program is funded by fines, surcharges, and penalties paid by convicted criminals.

If you are a victim of a crime and would like to apply for compensation, please reach out to our Victim Compensation Coordinator, Jennifer Oldham.
https://my.visnesscard.com/Navajo-County-Jennifer-Oldham

Every case is different. Prosecutors use professional judgment to evaluate the evidence, apply the law, and make decisio...
06/04/2026

Every case is different. Prosecutors use professional judgment to evaluate the evidence, apply the law, and make decisions guided by ethics and experience.

Professional judgment is not about personal opinion, it’s about carefully reviewing the facts and making decisions supported by the evidence.

TRIVIA TUESDAY: The State (the prosecution) bears the BURDEN OF PROOF in a criminal case. That means that the defendant ...
05/27/2026

TRIVIA TUESDAY:
The State (the prosecution) bears the BURDEN OF PROOF in a criminal case. That means that the defendant who is charged with a crime does not need to prove he is innocent. It is completely the State’s responsibility to prove that he is guilty, and the State must prove it beyond a reasonable doubt. This is the highest burden within our legal system. In a criminal jury trial, the jurors must decide whether the prosecution has convinced them beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty. Only then can they return a verdict of “guilty.” In a bench trial, the judge decides whether the prosecution has met its burden to prove the defendant guilty. Whether the trial is decided by a jury or a judge, the burden of proof in a criminal trial is always the same: proof beyond a reasonable doubt, and that burden always falls on the State, or the prosecutor, to prove.

Happy Memorial Day! Please take time today to Remember and Honor those that have served to protect our country.
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! Please take time today to Remember and Honor those that have served to protect our country.

FACT FRIDAY: Ethics in the Justice SystemSeeking Justice & Not Just Convictions- Prosecutors are ethically required to s...
05/22/2026

FACT FRIDAY: Ethics in the Justice System

Seeking Justice & Not Just Convictions- Prosecutors are ethically required to seek fair outcomes based on the law and evidence.

Protecting the Right to a Fair Trial- Ethical rules limit what prosecutors can say publicly about active cases to help protect the integrity of the process.

Disclosure of Evidence- Prosecutors must disclose ALL evidence that the State has received.

Treating Victims with Respect and Dignity- This if a right that victims have foremost, but also ethical prosecution includes listening to victims, explaining the process, and ensuring individuals are treated with professionalism

There are many reasons why someone may not come forward after experiencing sexual assault and those reasons are real.In ...
04/30/2026

There are many reasons why someone may not come forward after experiencing sexual assault and those reasons are real.

In Navajo County, victim advocates are here to provide support, answer questions, and help individuals understand their options, without pressure or judgment.

Support is available. You are not alone. Please contact a victim advocate if you need further guidance.

Much of the work supporting victims happens before and outside of court.Victim advocates help with:• Safety planning• Co...
04/28/2026

Much of the work supporting victims happens before and outside of court.

Victim advocates help with:
• Safety planning
• Court preparation
• Resource coordination
• Ongoing communication

These services are part of the public safety system—working alongside law enforcement and prosecutors to support victims and strengthen outcomes.
It’s work the public rarely sees, but it matters.

April is National County Government Month, a reminder that county government is where justice happens—every day.In Navaj...
04/25/2026

April is National County Government Month, a reminder that county government is where justice happens—every day.
In Navajo County, the County Attorney’s Office is responsible for:
• Felony and misdemeanor prosecutions
• Victim advocacy and restitution
• Coordination with the courts and the jail
• Juvenile accountability and early intervention
These aren’t abstract systems—they are real cases involving real people, handled close to home. During National County Government Month, we recognize the essential role counties play on the front lines of justice and public safety.

What does prosecutorial discretion actually look like in practice?Prosecutorial discretion is not abstract. It is exerci...
04/24/2026

What does prosecutorial discretion actually look like in practice?

Prosecutorial discretion is not abstract. It is exercised in specific, fact-driven decisions on every case.

Consider a straightforward example:
An incident could support multiple potential charges based on the same conduct. One approach is to file every conceivable charge available under the statutes. Another is to evaluate which charges are supported by the strongest admissible evidence and accurately reflect the conduct.

In practice, discretion means:
• Filing charges that can be proven beyond a reasonable doubt
• Avoiding duplicative or unsupported counts
• Focusing the case on what is legally sustainable and factually accurate

This is not about minimizing conduct. It is about aligning charges with evidence, legal standards, and the obligation to seek justice rather than simply pursue the maximum number of charges.

Those decisions are made at the outset and continue throughout the life of the case.

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P. O. Box 668
Holbrook, AZ
86025

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+19285244026

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