Richard Reinbold is seeking the position of prosecutor in Stark County

The most critical time in solving a crime is the first 48 hours and a short period thereafter. I will establish an early response team to respond to serious crimes. Upon notification from the appropriate law enforcement agency, attorneys will be on site to observe, consult, and prepare all legal documents necessary for rapid evidence collection.

An expansion of this department’s responsibilities will be the creation of an early prosecution team consisting of a police officer, a city attorney and a district attorney. They will work closely with the response team to prepare a case for prosecution once the evidence indicates the case is ready for such action.

This early arraignment policy will promote expeditious movement of defendants through the system, resulting in keeping violent criminals off our streets, providing better care for victims, reducing delays in our county jail, and saving taxpayer dollars.

Statistically, the critical age at which youth are at risk for involvement with the criminal justice system is between the ages of 15 and 22. I will support existing early intervention programs for young offenders, but also establish a gang task force to ensure young offenders do not become adult offenders.