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Violence against peace
officers is increasing both in number and in severity. The seriousness
and complexity of cases often stress limited resources. In response to
this growing trend, the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office
established a specialized unit in 2003 to prosecute major assault crimes
against peace officers.
The Crimes Against
Peace Officer Vertical Prosecution Unit (CAPO) consists of a felony
experienced Deputy District Attorney backed by the District Attorney’s
Bureau of Investigation. The CAPO attorney works closely with
specialized vertical prosecution units in the areas of gang violence
suppression, sexual assault, domestic violence and major narcotics
trafficking. Besides securing a high rate of conviction, appropriate
sentences, an objective of the unit is to develop protocols and
techniques to enhance the success of CAPO prosecutions. Ultimately, our
office seeks to protect the lives of our law enforcement personnel and
foster greater respect and recognition for peace officers. |
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