Courtroom Stories & Tactics | RVA Trial Lawyers
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Courtroom Stories & Tactics | RVA Trial Lawyers
A Progressive Approach to Criminal Justice | Ramin Fatehi (Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney)
"I tell my prosecutors that being a public defender was one of the most important things for my career as a prosecutor, even though I only did it briefly. And it's a reason why I have a strong preference for hiring former public defenders and defense lawyers in my office."
We sat down with Ramin Fatehi, Commonwealth’s Attorney for Norfolk, Virginia. From growing up in Iran to serving as a public defender in Richmond, Ramin now leads one of Virginia’s largest prosecutor’s offices.
In our conversation, we talk about:
- How socio-economic conditions like poverty and education shape crime
- Why empathy and reform matter in prosecution
- The importance of community-based prosecution and data-driven decision making
- How he trains his staff and balances the duty to enforce laws with addressing root causes of crime
Ramin shares candid insights into the policies and values that guide his office, and why he believes the future of prosecution must move beyond punishment to also include prevention and community trust.
It was a privilege having Ramin join us.
Courtroom Stories & Tactics | RVA Trial Lawyers
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