Maricopa County, Arizona sent this bulletin at 06/29/2021 09:00 AM MST
News From The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office
MCAO Receives National Recognition for Data Dashboard and Home Detention Programs
MCAO has been recognized with two National Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties, one in the Civic Education and Public Information category for the Data Dashboard and another in the Criminal Justice and Public Safety category for the Home Detention Program, which was developed in partnership with the Maricopa County Justice Courts. These awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
Maricopa County Attorney Announces Effort to Assist with Expungement of Prior Marijuana Convictions
Last year Arizona voters passed Proposition 207, the Smart and Safe Act which legalized adult recreational use of marijuana and allowed anyone convicted of certain crimes related to possession, consumption, cultivation, and transportation of marijuana to petition for the expungement of their criminal record.
In 1996, the National Safety Council established June as National Summer Safety Month in the U.S. To help raise public awareness of safety issues and crime trends that increase during the summer months we selected three topics to share with you over the course of June, check them out below.
Help Kids Make Smart Decisions Online
As we continue to enjoy summer break, review with children what proper online behavior looks like, what information they should never share online, and what content they shouldn't engage with.
As temperatures continue to heat up and utility bills increase, scammers impersonating utility companies will use phone calls, text messages, emails, and in-person visits to demand payment for "overdue bills." Falling for this type of scam could cost you hundreds of dollars, learn how to avoid them.
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is just not worth the risk! Serious car accidents as a result of impaired driving occur during every major holiday in the United States, make a difference this Fourth of July and avoid a DUI.
With more days of excessive heat ahead, follow these safety tips to keep you and your family safe from heatstroke!
Check out the emergency cooling centers and water distribution areas that have been established throughout Maricopa Countyfor those who do not have access to indoor cool environments.