Pima County Attorney's Office

Pima County Attorney's Office Laura Conover & PCAO serve the residents of Tucson & surrounding communities across southern Arizona.

PCAO's social media platforms are utilized to communicate our Office's values and organize our followers around community-building events. Typically, neither Laura Conover nor our communications staff will respond to comments left on this page unless there's a need to correct blatant misinformation. If you have questions or concerns you would like communicated to Laura, our prosecutors, or other P

CAO employees, please visit our website, pcao.pima.gov, for contact information. You may also call (520) 724-5600, or email [email protected].

With temperatures on the rise this week, this is a gentle reminder to please be mindful of your safety during the summer...
06/23/2026

With temperatures on the rise this week, this is a gentle reminder to please be mindful of your safety during the summer.

Here is a list of cooling centers across Tucson and Pima County: https://www.pima.gov/2307/Cooling-Centers

Also remember summer months can increase road rage, please remember to be stay vigilant, be prepared and report any activity of such incidents.

Let's stay safe this Summer!

88-Crime Program Reports 83 Arrests and Significant Recoveries in Fiscal Year ResultsTUCSON, Ariz. — The 88-Crime Progra...
06/22/2026

88-Crime Program Reports 83 Arrests and Significant Recoveries in Fiscal Year Results

TUCSON, Ariz. — The 88-Crime Program reported strong public safety outcomes for the recent fiscal year, highlighting the continued impact of community collaboration with law enforcement agencies across Southern Arizona.

Anonymous tips submitted through 88-Crime directly supported investigative efforts, resulting in 83 arrests and 104 cases cleared. In addition, tips contributed to the recovery of $38,040 in stolen property, $40,165 in illegal drugs, and nine fi****ms.

The program approved $55,600 in rewards to tipsters, all funded through private donations, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to incentivizing safe, anonymous reporting.

88-Crime partners closely with the Pima County Attorney’s Office to ensure information is rapidly routed to the appropriate investigative agencies, strengthening case resolution efforts across the region.

Case Impact Overview
• Fugitive Cases: 30 cases involving individuals wanted for serious offenses, including homicide, aggravated assault, fi****ms violations, and human smuggling
• Narcotics Cases: 6 cases involving drug sales and distribution
• Violent Crime Cases: 2 homicides and 1 sexual assault
• Other Cases: 1 hit-and-run and numerous additional felony investigations

Program Impact
“These results demonstrate the real impact community members have on public safety,” said Program Coordinator James Allerton. “Anonymous tips contribute directly to arrests, case closures, and safer communities across Southern Arizona.”

Submit Anonymous Tips
• Call: 88CRIME (520-882-7463)
• Online: www.88crime.org
• Mobile App: P3 Tips

Contact: James Allerton
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 520-940-2220

About 88-Crime
88-Crime is a nonprofit community program that enables individuals to anonymously report criminal activity. Working in partnership with local law enforcement agencies and the Pima County Attorney’s Office, the program helps support investigations, solve crimes, and promote public safety across Southern Arizona.

“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a mo...
06/22/2026

“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year — it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” John Lewis

The Pima County Attorney's Office and Chief Civil Deputy Sam E. Brown joined the 2026 Juneteenth celebration June 20 at ...
06/21/2026

The Pima County Attorney's Office and Chief Civil Deputy Sam E. Brown joined the 2026 Juneteenth celebration June 20 at the Kino Sports Complex.

Standing together in unity, community members, including Governor Katie Hobbs, Representative Adelita S. Grijalva, Mayor Regina Romero, Tucson Ward 5 Council Member Selina Barajas, Supervisor Rex Scott and Pima County Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, joined the 161st anniversary celebration.

The event is held annually to increase knowledge and appreciation of the roles, achievements and contributions of African Americans to our society, and to pay tribute to this important milestone in our nation's history.



Tucson Police Department

Please see our updated social media guidelines. Thank you."Pima County Attorney's Office’s social media pages are intend...
06/19/2026

Please see our updated social media guidelines. Thank you.

"Pima County Attorney's Office’s social media pages are intended to facilitate community discussion, information sharing, and respectful dialogue among residents.

We welcome various viewpoints and value kindness, respect, and civility in meaningful conversations. There will be no discrimination based solely on political viewpoint or criticism.

However, to protect and nurture a safe, respectful community for everyone, the following types of content may be hidden, removed, restricted, or reported, when permitted by applicable law and consistent with this guidance:

• Spam, repetitive postings, or automated content;
• Profanity used in a threatening manner;
• Threats, intimidation, or incitement of unlawful activity;
• Harassment or targeted abuse;
• Content that unlawfully discriminates against, degrades, or targets individuals;
• Content that includes an unauthorized disclosure of private or personally identifiable information;
• Obscenity;
• Information that may reasonably compromise public safety, security, or others;
• Copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations;
• Commercial solicitation or advertisement; or
• Other content prohibited by law.

Please be informed that social media platforms may automatically filter, suppress, mute, or limit content containing profanity, repetitive content, flagged material, or other platform-controlled conditions that are outside of the Pima County Attorney's Office’s control.

All comments posted to any social media account will be retained as public records under Arizona law."

Did you know that Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States?Juneteenth (short for "June Nineteenth...
06/19/2026

Did you know that Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States?

Juneteenth (short for "June Nineteenth") marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. This was 2 years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth is considered the longest-running African American holiday and became a federal holiday in 2021.

The People's Office would like to express our gratitude for the Tucson Juneteenth Festival Committee for inviting us to join tomorrow's festivities at the Kino Sports Complex from 6pm-10pm: https://tucsonjune19.org - Hope to see you there!

When people think of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they often correlate it to our military, law enforcement and...
06/18/2026

When people think of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they often correlate it to our military, law enforcement and first responders.

But far too often, our victims and survivors of crime, including children, can develop PTSD after experiencing or witnessing any terrifying, life-threatening or deeply traumatic event.

June is National PTSD Awareness Month, and the Pima County Attorney’s Office Victim Services Division is dedicated to supporting survivors of crime and helping highlight specialized resources to help manage PTSD symptoms and guide them through the healing process.

(Source: National Center for PTSD)

06/17/2026

Facility dogs are specially trained assistance dogs that provide emotional support and stress reduction for vulnerable individuals in high-stress environments such as courthouses, children's advocacy centers, and police departments. Their presence helps victims of crime testify, participate in interviews, and navigate the justice system with greater confidence.

Jacob and Arrow are such an amazing part of the Pima County Attorney’s Office family. Being able to appreciate these amazing facility dogs on their special day means everything.

*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ***June 16, 2026 Pima County Attorney Statement on Jessica Corrales-Duarte Theft CaseTUCSON, A...
06/16/2026

*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ***
June 16, 2026
Pima County Attorney Statement on Jessica Corrales-Duarte Theft Case

TUCSON, Ariz.—Pima County Attorney Laura Conover has released the following statement regarding questions surrounding a pending Laken Riley case currently in our office.

“The public record makes clear that the case at issue involves the theft of over $5,000 of a high volume of brand-name perfumes and makeup over several days, caught on camera, coupled with a taped confession. Although that amount is higher than most of our organized retail theft cases, generally speaking, a person with no criminal history would and should be afforded an opportunity to enter a diversion program whereby they work steadily to repay what is owed and learn how to never end up involved in the criminal justice system again.

Here, unfortunately, ICE has taken custody of the individual under the framework set up in the Laken Riley Act. Just as I predicted when I strenuously campaigned against passing this Act, the attempt to deport the individual under an allegation alone (not a conviction) deprives the individual of due process and deprives the State of its work of making victims whole again. I will continue to advocate for the repeal of the Laken Riley Act where I can.

In the meantime, the record makes clear that we have nonetheless persevered to offer a plea agreement that should mitigate harsh immigration consequences, secure accountability, and make whole the victim. The choice to accept the offer is between her and her lawyers.”
Laura Conover
Pima County Attorney

The Pima County Attorney’s Office is committed to restorative justice, transparency, and accountability as the focus of a mission that also seeks alternatives to incarceration when appropriate, provides support for victims, and strives to be inclusive and equitable to all segments of the communities we serve in the pursuit of public safety and well-being.

TUCSON, Ariz.—La Fiscal del Condado de Pima, Laura Conover, ha emitido el siguiente comunicado en relación a las preguntas que han surgido respecto a un caso pendiente de Laken Riley que se encuentra actualmente en nuestra oficina.
“El registro público deja en claro que el caso en cuestión se relaciona con el hurto de un alto volumen de perfumes y cosméticos de marca por más de $5,000 durante varios días, registrados en las cámaras, junto con una confesión grabada. Aunque el monto es superior a la mayoría de nuestros casos de hurtos organizados a tiendas, en términos generales, a una persona sin antecedentes penales se le otorgaría y debería otorgar la oportunidad de ingresar a un programa de derivación en donde trabajan de manera constante para reembolsar lo que deben y aprenden a no involucrarse nunca más en el sistema de justicia penal.

Desafortunadamente, aquí ICE ha tomado la custodia del individuo bajo el marco establecido en la Ley de Laken Riley. Tal como predije cuando hice una intensa campaña en contra de la aprobación de esta ley, el intento de deportar al individuo bajo solamente una acusación (no una condena), priva a la persona del debido proceso y priva al Estado de su trabajo de reparar los daños de las víctimas. Seguiré abogando por la derogación de la Ley Laken Riley en donde pueda.

En el intertanto, el registro deja en claro que, no obstante, hemos perseverado en ofrecer un acuerdo de culpabilidad que debería atenuar las duras consecuencias de inmigración, asegurar la responsabilización y reparar los daños de la víctima. La decisión de aceptar la oferta es cosa de ella y sus abogados.”
Laura Conover
Fiscal del Condado de Pima


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Media Contact: Shawndrea Thomas
Director of Communications
Pima County Attorney’s Office
(520) 724-5738 (Office)
[email protected]

Week in Review  #257 1️⃣Pima County Diversion Programs: Accountability, Growth, and Second ChancesThe Pima County Adult ...
06/15/2026

Week in Review #257


1️⃣Pima County Diversion Programs: Accountability, Growth, and Second Chances

The Pima County Adult Diversion Programs provide eligible adults with an alternative to the traditional criminal justice system. With an 89% success rate and a caseload that has doubled in recent years, the programs continue to demonstrate their effectiveness in creating meaningful outcomes for participants and the community.

Find out more by watching the video at the link below 👇
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_m6J-NJXkbs

2️⃣ Celebrating Our Furry Family

It’s never polite to ask a dog their age, but the Pima County Attorney’s Office celebrated Facility Dogs Jacob’s 3rd birthday, and Arrow’s 8th birthday.

Our four-legged friends provide so much comfort and support to our victims and survivors of crime. It’s always a great day when we can show them how much we love and appreciate them.

Happy birthday, our amazing friends.

3️⃣ Employee Appreciation

The backbone of the Pima County Attorney’s Office is its diverse workforce, which dedicates its time and effort to ensuring its success and the betterment of the community.

The Pima County Attorney's Office held an Employee Appreciation ceremony June 10 to recognize career milestones for members of the PCAO team.

Employees were recognized for those celebrating their one-year mark in Pima County, and for an incredible 15-year milestone.

Whether they have been here for a day, a year, or multiple years, the hard work and effort displayed every day are greatly appreciated. Thanks for all you do.

4️⃣ PCAO Administration's newest Financial Steward

We are excited to announce that Kamran Razavi has joined the Pima County Attorney’s Office Administration team as our new Finance Supervisor!

With a strong passion for driving positive change, learn how Razavi got into finance and how he will play a key role in supporting the PCAO mission to new heights. Welcome to the team!

Click the link below to hear about the PCAO’s newest team member!

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7470524573327904768

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