Whatever your situation, background, immigration status or economic means; whether you are a third-generation Queens resident or someone who came here yesterday to provide your family a better life; whatever your gender identification or sexual orientation, Justice must always look the same.”
-Melinda Katz, Queens District Attorney
Brave Justice • Blazing the Trail • A Bridge to Change
As Queens District Attorney, Melinda Katz brings a steady, community-centered approach to the office. A lifelong resident of the Borough, DA Katz has seen the many changes that have taken place as we’ve become a more cosmopolitan and diverse community, while still retaining the family-oriented values that have always defined us. Working with our communities to manage these new challenges, DA Katz knows that strong local engagement brings innovative ideas and creates a partnership that produces real results.
Brave Justice
Being brave means setting a bold course, not being afraid to take...Read more
Blazing the Trail
As a true trailblazer, DA Katz has discovered and implemented new ways...Read more
A Bridge to Change
Rising above the turbulent waters of our time, we are building bridges...Read more
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COLD MURDER CASE ENDS IN BROOKLYN MAN’S CONVICTION
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MAN EXTRADITED AND CHARGED WITH MURDER FOR FATAL STABBING
Faces 50 Years to Life in Prison Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that Nathaniel Johnson was extradited to Queens…
QUEENS MAN INDICTED ON ANIMAL CRUELTY CHARGES
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that Paul Verite was indicted and arraigned today on charges of aggravated cruelty to…
MAN CHARGED WITH RAPE AND ASSAULT IN ATTACK ON WOMAN
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