Man accused of committing a racially motivated assault
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced that 28-year-old Ian Quin Jackson is accused of committing a racially motivated assault.
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Protestor charged with starting fire outside PPB North Precinct pleads guilty
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced the resolution of the first felony protest-related case initiated since the death of George Floyd.
Suspect in double shooting that killed 1, critically injured another appears in court
August 25, 2020 PORTLAND, Ore. – Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced that 32-year-old Thomas Earl Cooper Jr. was charged with intentionally causing the death of 27-year-old Tyrell Penney and intentionally attempting to cause the death of Masico Walker Jr. Cooper is charged with one count of murder in the second degree with […]
Information on State v. Marquise Love (C# 20CR46273)
Today, a Multnomah County Circuit Court judge authorized a request made by the defense attorneys representing Marquise Love to set over his first court appearance and arraignment until September 2, 2020. The state took no position on the request.
Charges filed against man accused of firing two shots following a downtown demonstration
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced that 27-year-old Skyler Noel Jernigan is being charged for allegedly shooting a firearm from a moving vehicle in downtown over the weekend after attending a protest/demonstration. No injuries have been reported to police.
Statement from District Attorney Mike Schmidt regarding overnight criminal conduct at the Multnomah Building
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt released a statement regarding the criminal conduct that occurred last night and into this morning at the Multnomah Building.
Robert Duane McGown charged with second degree murder
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced that 65 year old Robert Duane McGown is being charged with one count of murder in the second degree and one count of unlawful use of a weapon.
Gresham Police arrest DV murder suspect, charges filed in Multnomah County Circuit Court
Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced that 20-year-old Brian Washington is being charged with one count of murder in the second degree constituting domestic violence.
District Attorney Mike Schmidt announces policy regarding protest-related cases
Today, District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced a policy that will promote a safer community and that reduces the negative and lasting impacts a person can experience once involved in the criminal justice system following an arrest resulting from a peaceful protest or mass demonstration.
A Video Message from District Attorney Mike Schmidt
District Attorney Mike Schmidt shares some initial thoughts about current events and the criminal justice system