Clackamas County's dedication to law enforcement and legal progressivism has not gone unnoticed, with two deputy district attorneys receiving prestigious statewide accolades for their efforts. Jeremy Morrow has been recognized as the 2024 Oregon Drug/Property Crimes Prosecutor of the Year, while his colleague Brian Powell has been distinguished as the 2024 Oregon Legislative Advocate of the Year. These awards signify their exceptional contributions to criminal justice in Oregon.
Their achievements reflect a broader excellence within the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office. "I'm consistently impressed by just how talented our employees in the district attorney’s office are," District Attorney John Wentworth, who also serves as the president of the Oregon District Attorney’s Association (ODAA), said. He expressed significant pride in his office, especially "for standing out as the best in Oregon." This statement obtained by Clackamas County official news reflects the sentiment of the entire department.
Deputy District Attorney Powell, involved with the ODAA's legislative team, has played a vital role in shaping public policy and providing informed insight to policymakers, working to defeat bills considered detrimental to public safety. Being recognized as the Oregon Legislative Advocate of the Year, Powell has fortified the agenda of the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office. Morrow, on the other hand, has excelled in handling drug and property crimes, revolutionizing the search warrant process within the county, and has become a lead prosecutor against drug dealers connected to overdose deaths.
Also in the fore, Senior Deputy District Attorney Bryan Brock, recognized for his 25-year tenure in service to the community, will retire from his prosecutorial duties to take up the mantle as the executive director for ODAA. During his career, Brock has been acting as a pivotal part of the prosecution team, a representation of the continuity and dedication within the organization. As he transitions to this new leadership role obtained by Clackamas County official news, his experience is expected to influence and support Oregon's prosecutors in their ongoing pursuit of justice.
Each of these awards and appointments underscores the commitment of the Clackamas County DA's office to uphold justice and innovate within the field, impacting the state's criminal justice system significantly. The office's culture of excellence and leadership in legal matters continues to garner both recognition and respect within the state of Oregon.
