Posts Tagged ‘City Attorney John Russo’
Oakland City Attorney to add divisions to her office
Oakland City Attorney Barbara Parker has decided to double down in her efforts to secure economic and social justice for Oakland residents by doubling the divisions in her office.
Read MoreRusso rumored to be leaving Oakland for position in Alameda
Rumors of Russo’s departure have been circulating for weeks, and within the last several months initiatives supported by his office have put him in conflict with some city leaders.
Read MoreControversy continues over proposed Fruitvale gang injunction
Last October, Oakland City Attorney John Russo proposed a gang injunction against 40 alleged members of the Nortenos gang in the Fruitvale neighborhood. This is Oakland’s second proposed gang injunction. It’s a controversial legal theory that says gang activity is a public nuisance that prevents non-gang members from enjoying peace in their communities.
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