JUSTICE • SAFETY • COMMUNITY


The Humboldt County District Attorney's Office seeks to achieve justice and enhance public safety while fully respecting everyone’s individual rights.

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DA Stacey Eads "Justice is about more than enforcing laws, it's about protecting our community and standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves. I am committed to serving Humboldt County with integrity and compassion."

Stacey Eads -  District Attorney


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Established in 1853, the Humboldt County District Attorney's Office is a team of approximately 60 professionals pursuing justice. We pride ourselves in protecting our community.

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  1. Jury Convicts Kristopher Sloan for DUI

    Today, a Humboldt County jury convicted 48-year-old Kristopher Andrew Sloan of McKinleyville for DUI. Read on...

  2. District Attorney Completes Investigation Review of January 2024 Officer Involved Shooting

    District Attorney Stacey Eads has completed her review of the investigation regarding the January 22, 2024, Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Officer-involved shooting of 43-year-old Daniel Danny Martinez. A Humboldt County Critical Incident... Read on...

  3. Humboldt County Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sexual Abuse of Three Young Girls

    Today, Judge Kelly Neel sentenced Manuel GarciaAvalos, 45, of Fortuna, to 30 years in prison... Read on...