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

San Joaquin County DA Ron Freitas discusses Prop 36 effects

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For Immediate Release

Breaking News


February 6, 2025

Jan Johnson Arraigned on Two Felony Charges

Stockton, CA - On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, defendant Jan Johnson was arraigned on the charges of Threatening a Public Official (Penal Code Section 71(a)(1)) and Criminal Threats (Penal Code Section 422(A)).

Both are classified as felonies.

The Defendant’s next court date is scheduled for March 10, 2025.

The investigation into the additional Animal Cruelty case, in which the Defendant is a suspect, remains ongoing by the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department.

Any questions regarding that investigation can be directed to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department.

 

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Ron Freitas
District Attorney, San Joaquin County
— Protecting Our Community Since 1850

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