District Attorney Secures Conviction in Largest Public Corruption Scandal in State History
Hinds County District Attorney, Jody E. Owens, II, announced on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 that John Davis, the former Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services, pled guilty to five (5) counts of Conspiracy and thirteen (13) counts of Fraud against the Government. “While this case is far from over, John Davis’s guilty…
DA Releases Annual Report
(Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens II, announces the release of the Hinds County District Attorney’s Office’s Annual Report. This year’s report provides a comprehensive review of criminal justice in Hinds County examining the progress of Smart Justice Initiatives, Grand Jury activity, and trial results. The report concludes with an analysis of…
DA Jody E. Owens II Sworn in for Second Term.
On Friday, December 29, 2023, District Attorney Jody Owens was sworn in for a second term of Office during a ceremony at the Hinds County Courthouse at Jackson. “I am grateful for the overwhelming support of the voters of Hinds County,” DA Owens said following the ceremony. “I look forward to continuing to serve all…
District Attorney Hosts 3rd Annual Holiday Social & Toy Drive
On December 12, 2023, DA Owens held his Third Annual Holiday Social & Toy Drive at 4th Avenue Lounge in Jackson. to deserving children at Canopy Children’s Solutions, Matt’s House Shelter for Women & Children, and Gateway Rescue Mission.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2023
We had an amazing time Making Strides Against Breast Cancer at Trustmark Park! It was inspiring to meet so many survivors and to hear their stories and uplifting to see so many supporters! Below are the photographs we took at the event. Find your team there! Making Strides Against Breast Cancer October 28, 2023
Statement Concerning the Dexter Wade Matter
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DA Owens Speaks at GJCP Public Safey Forum
On August 30, 2023, DA Owens joined Sheriff Tyree Jones, Chief Joseph Wade (JPD), and Chief Bo Lucky (OCP) at the Capri Theatre for the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership (GJCP) Partners in Public Safety Forum. Learn more about CJCP by visiting: Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership – Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership Mississippi (greaterjacksonms.com)
DA Responds to AG’s Support of Convicted Defendant
On July 12, 2023, the Office of the Hinds County District Attorney issued the following statement in response to the Attorney General’s filing in Fox v. State, No. 2022-KA-00988-COA.
DA Owens Releases Statement Opposing House Bill 1020
DA Owens Holds Year-in-Review Press Conference
On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, DA Jody Owens held an end of year press conference to discuss the office’s successes in 2022, and the anticipated challenges to come in 2023. Watch the press conference and follow the coverage below. Year in Review: Comparing the Numbers Grand Jury Action: 2,067 Counts Presented When the police or…