July/August/September 2014

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Features

Highlights from the 2014 NDAA Summer Conference Denver

BY LINDA J. BRAUN
Welcome new NDAA President, Michael Moore and new board and officers; award recipients recognized.

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Witness Intimidation in the Digital Age

BY MARGARET O’MALLEY
An introduction to a comprehensive series addressing the current landscape of witness intimidation crimes.

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Bureau of Justice Assistance’s Smart Prosecution Initiative Solicits Grant Applications

BY KIM BALL
The author provides an overview of the Smart Prosecution Initiative and FY2015 grant solicitation.

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Smart Prosecution Initiative Grant in Action: Cook County implements an evidence-based approach to misdemeanor crimes

BY ANITA ALVAREZ
State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez discusses Cook County’s use of Smart Prosecution Grant.

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Leadership Lessons Learned: Confessions of a Prosecutor

BY JACKIE LACEY
Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey reflects on her road to leadership.

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Op-Ed: Special Interest Group Influences Juvenile Justice in Oregon

BY JOSHUA MARQUIS
District Attorney Marquis presents an opinion piece based on an extensive study.