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Located in El Paso, Texas, the District Attorney’s Office represents the state and victims of crime in the prosecution of adult felony and misdemeanor cases committed in El Paso, Culberson and Hudspeth counties.

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THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S "PICK YOUR RIDE" INITIATIVE!

Click the link above for up to a *$20 UBER fare within the El Paso
County lines. 

The code will be live and available for public use on December 29th, 2023,
and available on holidays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and
early Monday mornings throughout FY2024.
(December 29, 2023 – September 30, 2024)  

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*RIDESHARES ARE LIMITED AND AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS FOR EACH WEEKEND, HOLIDAYS, AND/OR PROMOTIONAL EVENT.

"Pick Your Ride: A Safe Ride is On Us!"

The District Attorney's office is proud to launch their rideshare campaign in El Paso County in an effort to reduce drunk-driving crashes and fatalities. The District Attorney's Office aims to not only enforce the law after it is broken, but also to supply the community with legal and safe alternatives to driving while intoxicated. 

Individuals in the community who have participated in drinking activities are encouraged to scan or tap the QR Code above to receive up to a $20 UBER fare credit within the El Paso County lines. The campaign, which was made possible with a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation, and endorsed by the Sun Bowl Association, will officially launch on the day of the 2023 Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game, Friday December 29^th, 2023. 

Your District Attorney's Office always encourages safe drinking practices, such as planning a sober ride home, designating a sober driver, staying put, calling a friend or family member, and using a Rideshare Program. Thank you for visiting our page and using the QR Code, but most importantly, THANK YOU for being a responsible member of the community and considering your own and others' safety.

-Bill

Bill D. Hicks 
District Attorney

Meet Buddy

Buddy is a member of the team at The District Attorney’s Office in El Paso, TX. Buddy is the first therapy dog to have ever worked at The District Attorney’s Office. As some people tend to shut down when speaking to another person about their trauma, studies have shown that therapy animals help bridge that disconnect in some cases.

Many may have heard the story about Buddy. Buddy was rescued from a case of animal cruelty in which he was found hanging by his leash from a window at the home of his owner at the time. Buddy was an active dog who liked to jump, and the solution was to tie Buddy up. After being rescued and cared for by a local non-profit, Law N Paws, Buddy came to work at The District Attorney’s Office as a Victim’s Assistant Therapy Companion.

Before Buddy was able to join our team, he had to go through numerous hours of training and classes to ensure he would be fit for the task of helping victims of crime be able to cope. In June of 2022, Buddy began his training at Barker Haus Kennels with two amazing professionals, Tiffany and Angie. During the course of three months, Buddy and his handler attended various training classes and performed countless simulated duties to prepare Buddy for his new role in life. After the three-month course, Buddy graduated from the therapy dog program in September of 2022.

Buddy did not waste any time and got right to work in assisting our Victims Advocate Unit. He has been able to provide support to many victims of crime to include children and adults alike. Buddy has been instrumental in preparing a victim to be more comfortable with speaking to a prosecutor about the trauma they experienced so that the information received would be used in trial to seek justice in their case.

Buddy has a new purpose in life and through his work, many victims will be helped by our four-legged companion. Many thanks to those who assisted in the process of making the acquisition and training of Buddy possible.

If you or someone you know can no longer take care of your pet, please seek the proper resources, and call the proper organizations to re-home your pet. If you notice or suspect animal cruelty, please call 911, as it is a crime and is punishable by law.

Other Resources

Texas Forensic Science Commission - Original Complaint
Texas Forensic Science Commission - Second Complaint
Texas Forensic Science Commission
1 is 2 Many Report
Out for Blood
No Te Dejes
EPPD Controlled Substance Laboratory Report