RON FREITAS
District Attorney

Office of the District Attorney
Protecting our community for 175 Years
Ron Freitas
District Attorney

Meet District Attorney Ron Freitas

Ronald J. Freitas is the 42nd District Attorney to lead San Joaquin County’s chief law enforcement agency. This administration maintains a zero-tolerance approach to prosecuting criminals, working with local, state, and federal partners to create a safe and secure San Joaquin County for everyone.

"The mission of the District Attorney's Office is to bring justice and closure to victims of crime."

“True public safety requires a collaboration
between law enforcement and the community.” - Betsy Hodges

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December 23, 2024

San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office Announces Sentencing in Stockton Homicide Case

Stockton, CA - San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced that 32-year-old Alejandro Olivares of Stockton has been sentenced to 21 years in state prison following his plea of guilty to voluntary manslaughter with the use of a firearm. Judge Allen Jose conducted the sentencing.

The incident occurred on September 6, 2021, when Olivares entered a yard on Flower Street where he had been working. At approximately 1:35 PM, after a dispute, Olivares shot and killed Jose "Antonio" Gonzalez before fleeing the scene.

District Attorney Ron Freitas stated, "This sentence is justice served. I'm deeply grateful to DDA Lyberger and her team for their fierce dedication. They've stood up for what's right, ensuring that our streets are safer and that justice has a strong voice in San Joaquin County."

The District Attorney's office thanks DDA Lyberger’s prosecution team and support staff, Detective Jocelyn Smith of the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department for her investigative efforts, and the District Attorney investigators for their support during this case.
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