Office of the State's Attorney for Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George's County Interim State's Attorney Tara H. Jackson
Tara H. Jackson has been appointed as the new State's Attorney, taking over for Aisha Braveboy, who has successfully transitioned to the role of County Executive for Prince George's County. Jackson will serve in this position for the next 18 months, following Braveboy's successful campaign and the vacancy created by Angela Alsobrooks historic election to the United States Senate in 2024.
This transition marks a significant moment in local governance as Jackson steps into her new role.
ABOUT US
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.
JACKSON'S PRIORITIES
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Interim State's Attorney, Tara H. Jackson is just beginning her tenure and brings a commitment, to fairness, transparency and community centered justice.
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In the days ahead, she will conduct a comprehensive audit of current programs, initiative, and partnerships to access what working and where improvements are needed.
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This evaluation will inform a set of priorities focused on enhancing public safety, strengthening trust in the justice system, and ensuring equitable outcomes for all Prince Georgians.
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 Tara H. Jackson oversees a team of nearly 200 employees dedicated to securing justice for those affected by criminal activities.
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