• Creating New Choices
• Drug Treatment Court
• DUI Court
• Mental Health Court
• Military/Veterans Diversion Court
• Truancy Abatement

• Animal Cruelty
• Child Abduction/Abuse
• DUI
• Elder Abuse
• Gang Prosecution
• Human Trafficking
• Juvenille Prosecutions
• Sexual Assault

• Bureau of Investigation
• Cannabis Enforcement Unit
• Civil Commitments
• Consumer & Environmental Protection
• Public Integrity
• Writs and Appeals

• Auto Insurance Fraud
• Disability/Health Insurance Fraud
• Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse - Financial
• Real Estate Fraud
• Welfare Fraud
• Workers’ Compensation Fraud

The Speakers Bureau is a community outreach and education program that matches qualified members of the District Attorney’s staff with community groups and organizations wishing to learn more about various aspects of the criminal justice system.  The program is free and available to the public. Entities such as neighborhood organizations, educational institutions, faith-based groups, and clubs or organizations should feel free to request a speaker for meeting or gathering.

• Child Abduction
• Child Abuse
• Consumer Protection
• Criminal Investigations
• Criminal Justice System Overview
• Cyber Crimes (Internet, Social Media)
• Driving Under the Influence

• Domestic Violence
• Drugs & Narcotics
• Elder Abuse
• Environmental Protection
• Gang/Hate Crimes
• Human Trafficking
• Identity Theft

• Insurance Fraud
• Juvenile Crime & Prevention
• National Night Out
• Prison Crimes
• Real Estate Fraud
• Recruitment

• Sexual Assault
• Sexually Violent Predators
• Truancy Abatement
• Victim Services
• Welfare Fraud

The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office will serve as a strong voice for the community on important public safety issues. With a focus on legislative issues, the government relations team will take a proactive role in shaping laws that impact public safety.

A Victim Assistance Advocate will speak with you and determine how we can assist you. Program services are provided free of charge and there is no legal citizenship requirement to receive assistance.

• Advocacy/Escort
• Assistance with Restitution
• Child and Dependent Care Assistance
• Criminal Advocacy/Accompaniment
• Crisis Intervention
• Death Review Team
• Domestic Violence (add description links)
• Elder Abuse
• Emergency Financial Assistance

• Human Trafficking
• Individual Advocacy
• Individual Counseling
• Information About the Criminal Justice Process
• Interpreter Services
• Intervention with Employer, Creditor/Landlord, or Academic Institution
• Local Resources
• Marsy’s Law(English)
• Marsy’s Law(Español)
• Notification of Criminal Justice Events

• Notification of Inmate Release
• Prosecution Interview
• Referral to Other Victim Service Programs
• Restraining Orders
• Transportation Assistance for Court Proceedings Only
• U-Visa/I-918
• Victim Impact Statement Assistance
• Victim of Crime Claims Assistance
• Victims’ Rights

• Meet Odie & Namaste
• Services Provided
• Photos
• News Articles

• Holding on to Hope (NEW)

Upon the request of the jurisdictional law enforcement agency the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office will investigate and independently review an officer-involved shooting incident resulting in injury or death, as well as all other uses of force resulting in the death of individuals while in custody or under the control of law enforcement officers.  This review addresses whether the officers involved committed any violation of criminal law.  It does not consider issues of civil liability, police tactics, or department policies and procedures.

Our role is to ensure that the investigation and review of these incidents are conducted in a fair and objective manner that will serve the interests of justice, the community, the involved officers, those persons injured, and the families of those affected. At the conclusion of the investigation and review, the District Attorney’s Office will issue a written report detailing factual and legal findings.  This report will be made available to the public.

Our practice in use of force reviews is to refrain from public comment beyond the publication of the letter to the involved law enforcement agency and any press release regarding the letter.  Everything that we can and should say regarding the event is included in our detailed letter.

View all OIS reports/letters

Our Mission
The mission of the Monterey County District Attorney's Office is to promote justice, ensure that the rights of victims are upheld by treating them with dignity, respect and compassion, and aggressively and fairly prosecuting those who violate the law.
Our Values
We provide an environment that is positive and courteous and employ individuals of high ethical standards, character and professional courage. We maintain public confidence by providing efficient and effective services and encourage open communication to promote the best interests of the community.
Our Vision
We are committed to diversity and recognize the significant and valuable contributions to our Mission from our employees and the community we serve. Our vision is to enhance the quality of life in our community, to aggressively advocate the cause of justice, and seek to enhance the criminal justice system, ultimately protecting our community.

• Meet the District Attorney
• The Role of The District Attorney
• Career Opportunities
• Office Locations/Business Hours/Holiday Schedule

  Main Office
  142 W. Alisal St, Salinas, California 93901
  Monterey Office
  1200 Aguajito Rd. Room 301, Monterey, California 93940
  King City Office
  250 Franciscan Way, King City, California 93960
  
  Phone: (831) 755-5070
  
  Fax: (831) 755-5068
  
  Email: publicinformation@co.monterey.ca.us

• Brady
• SB-978 Law Enforcement Agency Public
• Military Equipment Policy – 2023

• FAQs

• Citizen Complaint
• Consumer Fraud Complaint
• Internship/Volunteer
• Request a Speaker
• U-Visa Application English
• U-Visa Application Español

• Avoid Post Disaster Scams
• Child Abuse
• Marsy’s Rights English
• Marsy’s Rights Spanish
• Resources For Families Who Are Survivors of Homicide
• Silent Witness Exhibit
• U-Visa and I-918B Certification English
• U-Visa y I-918B Certification Español
• Victim Assistance English
• Victim Assistance Spanish

• Job Specification
• Human Resources

• Local Law Enforncement Agency Contact List
• California District Attorneys Association
• National District Attorneys Association

The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office Bureau of Investigation consists of 32 full time employees and multiple volunteer interns.  The Bureau of Investigation is managed by Chief Investigator Ryan McGuirk who reports directly to District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni and has overall responsibility for Bureau operations and resource allocation. Chief McGuirk manages the Bureau of Investigation with the assistance of two (2) District Attorney Captains.  In addition to these command staff, the Bureau of Investigation has twenty-four (24) Investigators, six (6) Investigative Aides and several volunteer investigative interns.

The District Attorney is authorized by the California Constitution and by law to both investigate and prosecute civil and criminal crimes.  The Bureau of Investigation conducts independent investigations at the direction of the District Attorney and provides investigation and trial support for the prosecutorial functions of the Office of the District Attorney.

Cold Case Task Force
Military Equipment Use (AB 481)
Notice of Seizure-Forfeiture Form
Search Warrant Forms

The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office is currently offering volunteer and internship opportunities in various units within our office. Duties vary in each unit and are subject to change. Expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Once selected, the volunteer/intern will be assigned duties and responsibilities by the unit supervisor in accordance with the policies and procedures as directed by the District Attorney. An orientation will consist of the confidential nature of all phases of the program or unit; the volunteer/intern's commitment the program, especially as it relates to a time commitment; the drug free, alcohol free and smoke free working environment in the office; the specific job expectations; and discussion and receipt of the Policy and Procedure Manual for Volunteers and Interns. 

• Maintaining a positive relationship with their supervisor and staff

• The ability to deal with others without creating offense

• The ability to accept constructive criticism

• Demonstration of reliability and responsibility

• Exercising good judgment, using initiative and being truthful and honest

• Volunteer/interns service can be terminated at any time by the volunteer/intern or by the District Attorney's Office

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed all major holidays. Hours are flexible and positions are strictly on a volunteer basis.

Download the Volunteer/Intern Application or call (831) 755-5470 to request one be mailed to you.

Click here to download an application specific to our Consumer Unit 

View the Internship Program flyer

Please include a cover letter and/or resume if available. Interns applying for legal positions are requested to submit a writing sample. All applicants are required to complete and successfully pass a civilian background investigation prior to acceptance.
Receipt of background results can take approximately 2- 4 weeks.

Materials may be mailed to:

FOR CRIMINAL DIVISION- SALINAS OFFICE 

Office of the District Attorney
c/o Nichole Reed
142 West Alisal Street, Suite A
Salinas, CA 93901 
or Emailed to: reedn@co.monterey.ca.us

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VOLUNTEER WORK IN OUR VICTIM-WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Potential volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, in reasonably good health, and consent to and pass a background check. Volunteers must be available to work a minimum of four hours per week during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8a.m.- 5p.m.