County Attorney News and Announcements

Division Spotlight – Pathways Diversion Program

The Pathways Diversion Program recently completed its first year of operations.

The Pathways Diversion Program is a pre-indictment program that engages with individuals immediately upon release from jail. This program provides the opportunity for participants to have felony drug charges go away without ever being filed. In exchange, participants engage in substance abuse treatment and remain lawful for a period of 6 months. In its first year, Pathways has engaged with 27 participants and currently has a 50% graduation rate. In the next year, Pathways expects to expand eligibility requirements and the number of participants.

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren Inauguration - 1/10/2023

County Attorney Bill Ring and Chief Deputy County Attorney Ammon Barker attended the Navajo Nation Inaugural event as honored guests, in Window Rock on January 10, 2023. The Nation delivered a strong and meaningful endorsement of their newly elected President Nygren, along with 24 elected Councilpersons. The elected officials took their oath of office and received blessings and prayers for their terms of service. During the event County Attorney Ring met with Navajo Nation Attorney General Ethel Branch, pictured above.

Proposition 207

Find information here regarding Proposition 207.

If you would like help filing a marijuana conviction expungement petition, DNA-People’s Legal Services may be able to assist you. There is no income limit or citizenship requirement. To apply for services, call DNA’s Centralized Intake line at 833-362-1102. You may also apply online at dnalegalservices.org or contact your nearest DNA office to schedule an intake interview. More information about expungement can be found at  azexpunge.org