We were pleased to host San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan at the Downtown San Diego Rotary yesterday!
As the leader of California’s second-largest District Attorney’s office, DA Stephan highlighted how San Diego maintains its status as the safest large county in the state. She shared her belief that safety and justice are the essential foundation required for our local economy, businesses, workforce, and community to thrive.
As the leader of California’s second-largest District Attorney’s office, DA Stephan highlighted how San Diego maintains its status as the safest large county in the state. She shared her belief that safety and justice are the essential foundation required for our local economy, businesses, workforce, and community to thrive.
Key takeaways from today’s meeting:
- Addressing Retail Theft: DA Stephan discussed how Prop 36 provides essential tools to hold organized retail theft rings accountable for repeat offenses under $950. This supports our retail sector in keeping everyday items accessible on store shelves rather than locked behind glass.
- Progress on the Addiction & Overdose Crisis: Through an emphasis on getting repeat meth and fentanyl users into treatment, San Diego is seeing meaningful results. Medical Examiner statistics reveal overdose deaths have dropped 25% among the homeless population over two years and 11% overall.
- Combatting Human Trafficking: DA Stephan highlighted her team's ongoing work to protect vulnerable populations, celebrating a major legislative win: As of 2025 California now recognizes buying 16 and 17 year old minors for prostitution as a felony crime.
- Protecting Seniors from Scams: The DA's office continues to aggressively target fraud aimed at older adults, while advocating that the platforms used by perpetrators be held accountable for enabling these crimes.
Thank you, DA Stephan, for taking the time to share your insight and for your dedicated leadership in keeping San Diego safe and prosperous!