The District Attorney’s Office provides speakers to schools, civic groups, colleges and universities, fraternal organizations, and other groups interested in learning about prosecution and related issues.

Frequently requested topics include:

• Crime in Our Community
• The Juvenile Justice System: How it Works
• The Impact of Drug or Alcohol Use on Adults and Juveniles: What Happens When the Legal System Steps In
• Victims Assistance Program
  • Victims’ Right
  • How to Keep the Victim Informed Throughout Prosecution
  • Restitution
• The Rape Victim Advocate Program: What Happens After You Call 911?
• Child Abuse in Multnomah County: Reporting, Investigation, and Prosecution
• Access Attorney Program (Neighborhood Prosecution)
• Ballot Measure 11 and What it Means for Juveniles
• Enforcing Child Support

Speakers are also available for information on legislation affecting the criminal justice system and various crime topics such as driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII), auto theft, elder abuse, homicides, drugs, and sexual assault.

To request a speaker for your school or group, please e-mail:  da@mcda.us.