Boulder District Attorney

“Operation Blue Steel” resulted in 16 indictments and nearly 100 pounds in seized narcotics. On Friday, this defendant received a sentence of 51 years in state prison. dailycamera.com/2025/07/11/car…

Based on our office's focus and success with human trafficking operations, we are expanding our efforts. Our team often works with minors who are coerced into sex acts through social media. Thank you @BoulderRL for helping raise awareness. boulderreportinglab.org/2025/06/29/bou…

TRIAL UPDATE: A man was found guilty by a jury for his involvement in a drug and kidnapping crime ring. DA Michael Dougherty stated: “… This success was made possible because of the extremely thorough work of the Boulder County Drug Task Force.” dailycamera.com/2025/05/09/man…

You’d slam on the brakes for a dog in the road. Would you do the same for a person at a crosswalk? Let’s keep that same energy for human lives.

13 years ago tonight, hundreds of people made plans to see a movie premiere with friends and loved ones. 12 would have their lives stolen and 70 others would have their lives forever changed by the evil actions of a cold-blooded killer. Remember to love while you can.

As DA Dougherty stated, “The law should reflect the loss … I strongly believe that it should be a felony … And I’m going to continue to push for that change.”   Thanks to @KDVR for covering this tragic case and raising awareness around this issue.   kdvr.com/news/local/col…

We're conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint tonight on E-470. Don't risk a DUI or someone's life. Make a plan for a sober ride!

Erika Mahoney is a strong, courageous person and wonderful journalist. Erika's father was killed at King Soopers. @MahoneyEb is turning her pain into purpose with this podcast. I encourage folks to check it out @LemonadaMedia lemonada.lnk.to/SenselesswithE…

TRIAL: Guilty First-Degree Murder “The victim was very much loved by his family," DA Michael Dougherty. “He would be alive today, but for the brutal attack … Our team was honored to fight for justice for his family …” @cityoflongmont @LongmontPS 9news.com/article/news/c…

Slow down. Calm down. No one is entitled to speed or rage. Please remember our individual responsibility to others.   In 2024, emergency dispatchers answered 54,956 total calls. 56 percent – more than 30,000 – were road rage or aggressive driving.   cpr.org/2025/05/27/roa…

Thank you @Rossputin Good to see you and so many others out there in support of the victims and the Jewish community.

Our Fresh Start Warrant Program is underway!! People are getting their cases back on the right track. Our appreciates the support from law enforcement, courts, public defender and all system partners.

Safe Gun Storage Saves Lives! If you agree, come join us and pick up a FREE gun safe on June 28th. #endgunviolence

Our office joined more than 1,000 prosecutors nationwide to advocate for the passage of the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act.   We stand with @ndaajustice in this bipartisan effort for public safety, justice, victims, and our communities.   ndaajustice.medium.com/bipartisan-coa…

🚨 Prosecutors are sounding the alarm. Over 1,000 have joined NDAA in urging Congress to protect loan forgiveness & restore victim services funding. We need your help to amplify our call. 📢 Read + share: bit.ly/4dxhP3Q

Michael Dougherty stated, "... After a careful review, the District Attorney’s Office maintains that he represents a significant danger … “pleased that the Parole Board agreed, denying his release and deferring the next parole hearing for three years.” dailycamera.com/2025/05/19/man…

Reduce unwanted calls and exposure to possible scams with these helpful tips from our DA Community Protection Team! #scammers #safety

Update from @DABoulder20th “This afternoon, the defendant appeared in the Jail on the felony menacing case as well as charges in connection with providing the fake name and information to the court. The District Attorney’s Office requested the judge order secured bonds of…

“As this investigation by the Sheriff’s Office demonstrates, the quest for justice is something we will always pursue. I’m very grateful to the Sheriff’s Office for continuing to investigate this tragic murder …” - DA Michael Dougherty @BldrCOSheriff dailycamera.com/2025/05/07/she…

DA Michael Dougherty stated, “For the people at the Circle K and the law enforcement officers involved, this defendant placed them in fear of their lives … and this lengthy prison sentence of 32 years is the right outcome.” @LongmontPS dailycamera.com/2025/05/01/man…