We had a wonderful time celebrating the season at the Camp HOPE Holiday Party, held this past Sunday, December 14, at Camp Arnaz. More than 100 people joined us for this special day, including 33 ...teens, 25 children and their family members.
Thanks to the Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation, everyone enjoyed a warm meal, and every child and teen received a holiday gift made possible through generous community donations.
Events like this reflect the heart of Camp HOPE by creating safe, joyful experiences and lasting memories for the families we serve. Thank you to everyone who helped make this holiday celebration so meaningful.
Ventura County Family Justice Center
Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation
Today, District Attorney Erik Nasarenko presented Chief Deputy badges to Erin Meister and Brent Nibecker, and Deputy District Attorney badges to Darian Cohen, Sierra Gonzales, Pedro Hernandez, Paul ...Hiepler, Sam Jeon, and Clayton Reagan.
Receiving a badge represents the authority and responsibility to uphold justice, serve the community, and ensure the fair application of the law. We are proud of each of you and grateful for your commitment to public service in Ventura County.
Congratulations! 🎉
NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that a review conducted by the Ventura County Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (VCSAKI) and the District Attorney’s Office ...Conviction Integrity Unit has determined that a man convicted more than 40 years ago of a 1982 rape in unincorporated Simi Valley was wrongfully convicted.
Recent DNA testing excluded the wrongfully convicted man, Richard Luna, as the individual responsible for the crime. The results identified a different individual whose DNA matched evidence collected from the victim’s sexual assault kit.
“While we can’t undo the past, we can use the power of DNA technology to exonerate the wrongfully convicted,” said District Attorney Nasarenko. “This case underscores our responsibility as prosecutors to examine the integrity of our convictions and seek justice on behalf of those who served time for crimes they never committed.”
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NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that a jury has found Sergio Contreras (DOB 01/04/06), of Oxnard, guilty of assault with a deadly weapon, conspiracy ...to commit a crime, and street terrorism. The jury also found true all special allegations, including causing great bodily injury in the commission of a felony and violent felony street gang activity.
Contreras is scheduled to be sentenced on February 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in courtroom 24 of the Ventura County Superior Court. He remains in custody with no bail and faces up to 18 years in state prison.
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After twenty years of dedicated service to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, Paralegal Maria Rodriguez retired today.
Maria has been an integral part of our team, most ...recently in the Mental Health Unit supporting countless cases and contributing to the pursuit of justice with professionalism, skill, and unwavering commitment.
We congratulate Maria on her retirement and thank her for her many years of outstanding service to our office and our community. We wish her all the best in this next chapter (which we understand includes the 🎻)!
Celebrating the career of Chief Deputy District Attorney Miles Weiss and honoring his extraordinary service to Ventura County.
Mr. Weiss joined our office in 1994 and has spent more than 31 ...years protecting victims, supporting families, and pursuing justice. He served as a talented trial attorney, a respected supervisor, and a trusted leader across our Sexual Assault, Juvenile, Major Crimes, and Domestic Violence units.
In 2005, he created Ventura County’s Real Estate Fraud Prosecution Program, now a statewide model, and helped launch REFAT to bring industry and community partners together to fight fraud.
Promoted to Chief Deputy District Attorney in 2012, Mr. Weiss went on to guide multiple divisions with integrity, dedication, and compassion.
We are grateful for his leadership and lasting impact on this office and our community. Congratulations on a well-deserved retirement, Miles. Thank you for everything.
We’re hiring summer Law Student Workers for a 10-week paid opportunity with the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.
This position is ideal for first or second-year law students ...looking to gain hands-on experience in a prosecutor’s office. Law Student Workers support our team by assisting with case research, preparing reports, and helping with routine clerical tasks in an office or courtroom setting.
This is not a post-bar law clerk position. It is designed specifically for students who are not in their final year of law school.
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Closing Date: January 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
APPLY TODAY: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ventura/jobs/5135147/law-student-worker
Join us this summer and gain meaningful experience while serving your community!
County of Ventura, Human Resources