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Local Safety to Global Safety
One morning I woke up in Jakarta and saw my case on the front page of The New York Times next to an article about Bret Ellis, a fine writer and friend. This was both strange and satisfying. I am honored to to be meeting, learning about, and representing many of the victim families from … Continue reading Local Safety to Global Safety
Lion Air Crash
Back in the U.S. after more than a month working in Jakarta and on Bangka Island in Indonesia. Lawsuit Against Boeing In January I joined a personal injury firm. Good people, good causes. We are representing a large number of family members who lost loved ones in the Lion Air crash. I will be filing … Continue reading Lion Air Crash
Our Community is Safer
Crime is down. Our neighborhoods are safer. Children are safer. Our community is safer because Mark Lindquist is our Prosecutor. Using FBI numbers on serious offenses, last year crime was up by 7% in Seattle, up by 5% in Washington, but down by 4% in Pierce County. In the nine years Lindquist has served as … Continue reading Our Community is Safer
Halloween Bash with The Beatniks
The Beatniks are a local legend. They have played their brand of 60’s to 90’s rock and roll for Microsoft, the Seahawks, actor Bruce Willis, and our Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. Lindquist is bringing The Beatniks to the Swiss Pub in Tacoma on Wednesday, October 24, at 6:00 pm. This is a Halloween … Continue reading Halloween Bash with The Beatniks
Safety and Civility
Closing Remarks by Mark Lindquist, Tacoma City Club forum on October 3, 2018. I’m going to wrap up with three quick stories, snapshots really. First snapshot: A few years ago I was in a parking lot with my wife Chelsea and a woman I didn’t recognize approached me. She said, “I know you.” Neither Chelsea … Continue reading Safety and Civility
Protecting Victims
Protecting Victims by Tacoma Weekly Staff. In 2017, the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office consolidated its felony and misdemeanor domestic violence prosecutors and victim advocates in one central location. This consolidated unit is the first of its kind in Washington and is housed inside the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center (CJFJC), which partners with law enforcement … Continue reading Protecting Victims
Career Criminals Off Our Streets
High Priority Offender Program Reduces Crime by Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. First published in The Tacoma Weekly. He began his criminal career with a burglary in 2000. Before he turned 40, he racked up 16 felony convictions. Though he was versatile – stealing cars, committing identify theft and dabbling in drugs – burglary remained his crime … Continue reading Career Criminals Off Our Streets
Keeping Our Elders Safe
Keeping Our Elders Safe by Mark Lindquist. First published in The Tacoma Weekly. Mr. Villegas’ life savings began to dwindle under the control of his daughter. He was 81-years-old with dementia and early Alzheimer’s. Frugal, he lived on a modest income. His savings was nearly $200,000, primarily from the sale of his home, but his … Continue reading Keeping Our Elders Safe
Lindquist Sues Big Pharma
Lindquist Sues Big Pharma by Tacoma Weekly staff. Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist filed a federal lawsuit against the three largest manufacturers and marketers of prescription opioids in the United States: Purdue, Endo, and Janssen. “Where there is harm to the community, there should be accountability for the corporations,” said Lindquist. “I’m a career prosecutor and … Continue reading Lindquist Sues Big Pharma
Public Service Culture
Seeking Public Servants by Mark Lindquist. First published in The Tacoma Weekly. Walt Bettinger, the chief operating officer of Charles Schwab & Company, sometimes takes job candidates to breakfast. Before the meal arrives, Bettinger asks the restaurant manager to botch the applicant’s order. For example, instead of the pancakes and orange juice she ordered, the … Continue reading Public Service Culture
