Issues

Community Specific Approach

A primary goal for the District Attorney must be the safety and betterment of the residents of all communities throughout the county. Each of the cities and towns in Hampden County face many of the same criminal justice issues. However, each has specific and unique requirements that must be addressed. Both as a prosecutor and defense lawyer, I became well acquainted with the separate and distinct needs of the communities in our county. I have worked closely with all of the county’s police departments and have developed strong relationships with many officers from the various cities, towns and State police.  I have experience as a prosecutor in each of our district courts and I continue to work in these courts practicing criminal defense. This experience provides me with a unique perspective as to the needs of each community and an understanding of how to address these necessities.