Where do I find information about family support? Who can I talk to about wages garnished for child support?
A Where do I find information about family support? Who can I talk to about wages garnished for child support? The District Attorney’s Office no longer handles child support cases. These cases are handled by the Ventura County Department of Child Support Services. You can obtain more information from their website located at: https://www.ventura.org/child-support-services/. You can also contact them directly by calling (866) 901-3212. Back to Top
Child Support
Child Support collection and services are handled by the Department of Child Support Services. More information regarding DCSS can be found at: https://www.ventura.org/child-support-services/. Top
Walk for Kids – Ventura
The Walk for Kids™ is an annual community fundraiser that supports the children and families who rely on the life-changing services and programs provided by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California (RMHCSC).
Assembly Bill 1831 Successfully Clears Public Safety Committee
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko testified in support of Assembly Bill 1831, during today’s Public Safety Committee hearing in Sacramento. The bill successfully passed out of the committee and will move on to the Privacy Committee. The proposed legislation, introduced by California Assemblymember Marc Berman and co-sponsored by District Attorney Nasarenko, seeks to strengthen laws against child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including AI-generated content, to better protect children from sexual exploitation and abuse. “Right now, there is a gap in California Law,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “Changes need to be made to keep up with the quickly changing technology. This is a serious, prurient, and very disturbing problem that the law needs to address.”
Computer Crimes
In 2000, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office joined other Southern California law enforcement agencies to create the Southern California High Technology Crime Task Force (SCHTTF). The Task Force is made up of investigators from the District Attorney’s Office, civilian computer forensic examiners and representatives from other law enforcement agencies. The SCHTTF provides highly technical support and forensic technology services for the District Attorney’s ever-growing number of cases involving digital evidence and provides specialized training to other law enforcement agencies and prosecutors. Hundreds of computers, data storage devices and cellular phones are analyzed annually by the SCHTTF. Digital evidence has proven crucial in the prosecution of capital murder cases, sexual assaults, and other serious cases. Task Force personnel also work with law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute cases involving Internet crimes against children and other computer crimes.
Statement from District Attorney Erik Nasarenko Regarding Attacks on Israel
On Tuesday, October 10, I joined Ventura County Jewish leaders to publicly condemn the weekend terrorist attacks against innocent Israeli citizens and to express my strong and unequivocal solidarity with the Jewish people during this time of war. I realize how deeply disturbing and upsetting these murders and kidnappings have been to all of us, and I wanted you all to know that the Ventura County District Attorney’s office stands strongly united with Israel. The intentional, deliberate, and purposeful targeting of civilians—babies, children, women, men, the elderly—was not only an attack on the Jewish people and the nation of Israel, but an assault on all of humanity. We must never remain silent when it happens, for all of us have a moral responsibility to denounce acts of wickedness, violence, and terror. By doing so, we demonstrate our support for a lasting and meaningful peace for Israel and its neighbors, one grounded…
Courthouse Dogs
As District Attorney, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of our Courthouse Dog Program. These remarkable four-legged allies provide unwavering support to vulnerable individuals navigating the daunting legal system. With their calming presence and unconditional love, Star, Trakr, and Comet offer a unique sense of comfort, allowing witnesses and victims to share their experiences and emotions with renewed courage. About the Program The Courthouse Dog Program began in June 2020, bringing comfort and support to victims, witnesses, and family members as they navigate the criminal justice system. Our facility dogs help people during interviews, medical examinations, case preparation, courtroom tours, hearings, and trials. They assist victims, especially children, on the witness stand when they testify in court. They also provide comfort in the audience to family members of homicide victims. Our facility dogs attend public events and visit schools and other agencies to spread their love and connect with…
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Mental Health Resources
Meet the District Attorney’s Mental Health Team The Mental Health Unit is comprised of five attorneys and one paralegal handling mental health treatment courts (Mental Health Court, Mental Health Diversion, and Veteran’s Treatment Court), cases involving individuals that are incompetent to stand trial, gun forfeitures, and civil commitments.
About the Office
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is the public prosecutor for the county’s 850,000 residents. The office employs approximately 300 employees including attorneys, investigators, victim advocates, and professional support staff who strive to seek justice, ensure public safety, and protect the rights of crime victims. Mission Statement We are committed to public safety, the pursuit of truth and justice, to ensuring victims are protected, and our communities are served with fairness and integrity. Unit Contact Title Phone Number Criminal Prosecutions Major Crimes Tom Dunlevy Supervising Attorney 805-654-3781 Court Operations Andrew Sullivant Supervising Attorney 805-654-3080 General Trials Rafael Orellana Supervising Attorney 805-654-2716 Sexual Assault / Elder Abuse Melissa Suttner Supervising Attorney 805-654-3978 Domestic Violence / Family Protection Erin Meister Supervising Attorney 805-654-3907 Misdemeanors Blake Heller Supervising Attorney 805-654-3072 Special Prosecutions Workers Compensation Fraud • Auto Insurance Fraud • Major Fraud • Consumer & Environmental Protection • Asset Forfeiture • Code Enforcement…