OUR TEAM
Attorneys
We have 28 attorneys who litigate criminal matters, including felony and misdemeanor cases, along with appeals of criminal and summary convictions.
Detectives
Fourteen veteran investigators make up the detectives unit, which assist police across the county in major-crime investigations, and conduct independent investigations of various crimes, including police misconduct cases.
Drug Task Force
A group of seasoned detectives focused on drug-trafficking in Lancaster County. Operations include undercover details and work with informants.
Computer Forensic Unit
A staff of trained investigators that conduct online investigations, along with analysis of technological evidence in cases of all sorts.
Victim/Witness Advocates
Trained professionals who serve as liasions to victims and witnesses in crimes of all sorts.
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Drug Task Force Finds Record Amount of Meth in Couch, Laundry Hamper and Vehicle Compartment
Johnathan Torres, 31, Drug-Dealing Feb. 15, 2019 -
Lancaster Woman 1st Charged Locally under New Law Making Recordings Illegal at Pa. Courts
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Couple Sentenced Regarding Drowning Death of 3YO Daughter who was Unsupervised
Susie Rehm, 40; Geoffrey Bussard, 46 Feb. 11, 2019 -
Charged Dealer Tried to Flush Fentanyl, Cocaine Stash as Drug Task Force Served Warrant
Miguel Vializ, 27, Felony Drug-Dealing Feb. 8, 2019 -
Man Charged with Using Recording Device to Film Women, Child in Bathroom
Jason W. Groff, 36, Invasion of Privacy Feb. 8, 2019 -
Record Fentanyl Seizure for Drug Task Force while Nabbing 3 Alleged Traffickers
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Pa. Court: No Relief for Lifer who Wants Recorded Prison Visits, Statements Kicked from Murder Trial
Lucas Newnam, 33, 1st-Degree Murder Feb. 4, 2019 -
'Repugnant': Judge Jails Murderer for Life Plus Additional Years for Providence Twp. Killing
Jose Ferrufino, 50, 1st-Degree Murder Jan. 31, 2019
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OUR MISSION
The Lancaster County Office of the District Attorney is dedicated to achieving justice and protecting the safety of our community. We thoroughly investigate, and prosecute aggressively, but fairly, criminal activity in Lancaster County. We zealously work to bring justice and preserve the rights of crime victims.
Our goal is to keep Lancaster County safe by working in acquiesce with the many law-enforcement departments within the county. In court, we seek appropriate punishment for those who perpetrate crimes, keeping the victims and safety of the public at the forefront of our efforts.
CONTACT US
Craig Stedman
District Attorney
Office of the District Attorney
50 North Duke Street, 5th Floor
Lancaster, PA 17608
Phone: 717-299-8100
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Monday - Friday
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