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Re-Elect Aisha Braveboy for a 2nd Term
During her second term, State’s Attorney Braveboy plans to continue to build on the work she has done in the courthouse, the legislature, and in the community. She officially began her first term on January 7, 2019, and was re-elected on November 8, 2022, in the general election.
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PGSAO
The State's Attorney's Office (SAO) is tasked with safeguarding the rights and interests of the approximately one million residents of Prince George's County. The legal division of a state's attorney's office is compartmentalized into multiple departments, each handling various aspects of criminal law. To assist the State's Attorney, a team of several hundred attorneys, prosecutors, investigators, agents, and support staff operate across numerous offices situated throughout Prince George's County.
Braveboy Highlights:
1st Term Accomplishments
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Created a Conviction and Sentencing Integrity Unit, the first of its kind in the state of Maryland.
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Successfully fought to strengthen Maryland's Hate Crimes statute, regulate "ghost guns", and make strangulation a first-degree felony.
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Launched several new countywide initiatives – the Prince George’s County Carjacking Task Force and Our Streets, Our Future.
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Expanded the Back on Track program and other diversion opportunities.
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Implemented a program for Emerging Adults (youth between the ages of 18 to 26 years old).
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Hired the FIRST sight-impaired Assistant State's Attorney, for Prince George's County.
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Increased starting salaries for Assistant State's Attorneys from 57K to 80K.
Units & Divisions
The Office of the State's Attorney is the primary law enforcement agency for Prince George's County, responsible for trying a broad spectrum of criminal cases, including minor traffic offenses to severe homicide cases. At present, State's Attorney Aisha N. Braveboy oversees a team of nearly 200 employees dedicated to securing justice for those affected by criminal activities.
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Current News, and Events Impacting Our Community Today!
September 30, 2024
Join State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy, brave survivors, and resource professionals for the 7th Annual "Not One: Campaign Against Domestic Violence" featuring the Purple is the New Black Fashion Show.
TAKE ACTION RSVP TODAY:
Let's come together to end domestic violence and support survivors. Your voice is essential in providing the help they need. This is an opportunity to make a real impact, offer hope, and encourage each other to live Beautifully and Bravely.
Tuesday Evening
October 29, 2024
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Evangel Chapel, Upper Marlboro, MD
For more information:
Giovanna Taylor: GTaylor@co.pg.md.us
September 16, 2024
BECOME A JUSTICE LEADER IN YOUR COMMUNITY WITH OUR ONLINE CITIZENS' ACADEMY PROGRAM
We are thrilled to announce our Civic Education Program, designed to empower citizens like you to experience first-hand the inner workings of the State’s Attorney’s Office and gain a deeper understanding of its vital role in upholding justice within our community.
Every Monday Evening Starting
September 16, 2024 (Orientation)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
ZOOM Link provided once you register
Click Here To Enroll Online Today
For more information: 240.695.4484
Melvin Powell: MDPowell@co.pg.md.us
Giovanna Taylor: GTaylor@co.pg.md.us
September 5, 2024
STATE'S ATTORNEY BRAVEBOY'S STATEMENT ON SCHOOL SHOOTING IN GEORGIA
As a nation, we are once again mourning the death of four innocent lives, two teachers and two students, who were senselessly gunned down yesterday during a horrific school shooting at the Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. The suspect in this case is a 14-year-old student.
I pray for the victim's loved ones, friends and school community during this emotional time of grief. I also pray for the speedy recovery of the other eight students and the teacher who were injured.
This is a “gun violence epidemic”, as President Biden said, that must stop. I want our young people to know that guns are not the answer. Guns have no place in their hands – or in our schools.
I want the Winder, Georgia community and surrounding areas to know that Prince George’s County, Maryland stands in solidarity with them as they heal and seek justice.
- Aisha Braveboy, State's Attorney
August 23, 2024
STATE'S ATTORNEY BRAVEBOY WILL WELCOME STUDENTS BACK TO SCHOOL ON FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
UPPER MARLBORO, MD – As students begin the school year, State’s Attorney Braveboy wants to remind them that their safety remains her top priority and she is here to keep them and the community safe. She will meet and greet students at Charles Herbert Flowers High School as they arrive to school on Monday, August 26th.
State’s Attorney Braveboy regularly visits schools as part of her ‘Our Schools, Our Future’ initiative to talk and listen to students and address their concerns.
Welcoming Students Back to School
Monday, August 26th at 7:15 am
Charles Herbert Flowers High School
10001 Ardwick-Ardmore Road, Springdale
August 16, 2024
BABY K SENTENCED TO 25 YEARS IN PRISON FOR BRUTAL ATTACK ON SCHOOL BUS
UPPER MARLBORO, MD – The teen who brazenly attacked a student and created chaos among several others on a school has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. Kaeden Holland, also known as Baby K, stood before a judge today during the sentencing hearing in his case.
“This sentence brings closure and accountability for what took place in this case,” said State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy. “It’s our right in this community to be safe, to work and to live freely without the fear of being harmed. The school bus driver, aide and teenaged victim will forever be traumatized by what they experienced on that school bus. This 25 year sentence against Mr. Holland ensures that he will be held accountable for his horrific actions. I want to thank our Chief of Homicide Sherrie Waldrup for the great work she did in securing justice in this case.”
Holland, 17, stormed onto the school bus along with two other teens in May of 2023. The group then brutally attacked a student. Mr. Holland was armed with a gun, pointed it at the young man and pulled the trigger three times in an attempt to kill him. He attempted to shoot the victim in his head and chest several times. Fortunately, the gun malfunctioned, and the victim survived.
“When someone makes the decision to pick up a firearm and commit a violent act, regardless of age, there must be consequences and accountability,” said Deputy Chief James McCreary with the Prince George’s County Police Department.
The president of ACE-AFSCME Local 2250 talked about the impact of today’s sentence. “Although this sentencing helps to bring closure to the traumatic events that occurred in May 2023, the fact remains that the safety of our members and students of PGCPS needs to remain our top priority,” said Essence Herndon.
Earlier this year, Holland pled guilty to attempted first degree murder and use of a handgun during the commission of a crime of violence. Video evidence showed the entire incident and was presented to the court.
Mr. Holland will be incarcerated in an adult facility.
August 28, 2024
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER HELD WITHOUT BOND FOR SEXUAL ABUSE
UPPER MARLBORO, MD — A Prince George’s County teacher, from Cooper Lane Elementary School in Landover Hills, was held without bond today on one count of sexual abuse of a minor, one count of child pornography distribution, and nine counts of possession of child pornography.
On August 25, 2024, police were notified that the defendant, Mark Cobb, 44, of Bowie, MD, had requested and received nude photos of the victim, a nine-year-old student. On August 26, 2024, a search warrant was conducted on Cobb’s home and several hundred files depicting child sexual abuse material (AKA child pornography) were recovered. Cobb was taken into custody, waived his Miranda Rights, and admitted to requesting the photos from the student and corroborated additional details of the incident.
“We are grateful that Mr. Cobb will remain in custody, his sickening actions will, without a doubt continue to impact the life of the young girl he is accused of abusing. Our office will work diligently on this case to seek justice for this victim, and we applaud her for speaking up.” said State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy.
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