Merced County District Attorney

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Merced County District Attorney By law, the District Attorney is the chief law enforcement officer in the county. Se habla Espanol.

California law provides the District Attorney's most essential duty is prosecuting criminal offenses on behalf of the People. Instructions for our confidential tip-line:

*All calls are strictly confidential and anonymous (You may leave a name and phone number)

* When Leaving a tip please remember to:

*Speak Slowly and Clearly
*Be as accurate about the information as possible (i.e.; Location, Suspect and Vehicles)
*Describe Alleged Criminal Activity
*Drug sales and possession
*Gang Violence/Activity
*Drug Endangered Children

*If you request a phone call be returned;

*Leave a first name
*Leave a phone number
*Leave a message as to the best time to call
*If you do not receive a call within 72 hours call back. Call our toll free number at (866) 264-5251 or (209) 385-7314 to leave a tip. You can also visit our website at www.co.merced.ca.us/districtattorney and click on MAGNET to email in your tip.

10/08/2026

Day One of the Drug Store Project is underway!

The Drug Store Project gives youth across Merced County an opportunity to learn about the dangers of illicit fentanyl and other illegal drugs.

This important effort is made possible through a continued partnership with our office, the Merced County Sheriff’s Office, California Highway Patrol, Merced County Probation, Merced County Superior Courts, AMR, Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center, CAL FIRE, Merced County Public Health and many others.

The Merced County District Attorney’s Office will continue to find opportunities to connect with, engage, and educate our youth about the dangers of illicit fentanyl.

10/07/2026

Today, our office including K9 Parker were proud to participate in Walk, Ride & Roll to School Day! It was a great opportunity to connect with students and parents and show our support for our community’s youth. We are committed to encouraging students to be in school, on time, and ready to learn. Thank you Merced City School District for the invitation.

Were you part of today’s Walk, Ride & Roll to School Day? Let us know in the comments!

Strong partnerships are a part of building safer communities. Our office was happy to join the City of Atwater and local...
10/07/2026

Strong partnerships are a part of building safer communities. Our office was happy to join the City of Atwater and local law enforcement partners for National Night Out. Events like this give us an opportunity to connect with residents, build relationships, and strengthen the partnership between our community and those who serve it.

Thank you to Atwater Police Department, the City of Atwater and everyone who came out to support this great community event.

10/02/2026

Protecting local businesses takes all of us working together. Retail theft is a priority for the Merced County District Attorney’s Office, and we’re working alongside law enforcement and retailers across the county to address it.

We want to thank the Atwater Police Department and our local retailers for their continued partnership. During our most recent enforcement operation, several individuals were arrested for theft related offenses. These operations are part of our ongoing efforts to reduce retail theft, protect businesses, protect their customers and hold those responsible accountable.

09/30/2026

On September 30, 2026, a Merced County Jury returned a verdict of GUILTY on DUI 23152 (a) VC, 23152 (b) VC and found the enhancements true for 23578 VC and 23540 VC for the defendant Brian Adalit Maldonadoreyes.

The Honorable Ashley Albertoni Sausser presided over the trial. Deputy District Attorney Griffin Goldberg prosecuted the case. Maldonadoreyes was sentenced to 35 days in jail, 5 years informal probation, to complete 18-month DUI class, and 1 year ignition interlock device as well as fines and fees.

09/29/2026

Happy National Coffee Day!

Behind every case, courtroom, community event, and early morning is a team that keeps things moving. For many of us, coffee is part of the routine. Here’s to the people who show up, put in the work, and continue serving our community every day. What’s your go to coffee order?

09/25/2026

Today, our office partnered with the Merced County Office of Education (MCOE) for the 6th Annual Merced County Attendance Engagement Workshop. District Attorney Nicole Silveira spoke with partners from across the county about the Here to Learn program and the importance of investing in our youth and their education.

The goal of Here to Learn is to encourage students to be in school, on time, and ready to learn. When we invest in our youth, we invest in the future of our community.

Thank you to Golden Valley High School for inviting our office to your Back to School event!Our team had the opportunity...
09/23/2026

Thank you to Golden Valley High School for inviting our office to your Back to School event!

Our team had the opportunity to connect with parents and students and share information about the Merced County District Attorney’s Office Here to Learn program. The goal of Here to Learn is to encourage students to be in school, on time, and ready to learn. By working together with families, schools, and our community, we can help our students succeed.

Does your school have a Back to School event planned? Let us know, we’d love to connect with our community!

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550 W. Main Street
Merced, CA
95340

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm

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