JB Van Hollen for Attorney General - JB's Journal: May 2010 Edition

J.B. Endorsed by 61 Sheriffs & 50 DAs

Law enforcement officials and organizations from across the state of Wisconsin have come to show overwhelming support for J.B. Last week, J.B. officially announced his candidacy for re-election during a statewide tour and highlighted his considerable accomplishments during his first term in office.

Because of his dedication to the rule of law and his focus on public safety, he has earned the endorsements of 61 sheriffs and 50 district attorneys from all corners of the state.

Click here to read JB's re-election announcement.

What is Law Enforcement saying about JB?

J.B. also enjoys the support of some of the largest law enforcement organizations in the state, including the Milwaukee Police Association, Wisconsin Professional Police Association and the Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association.

Here is what law enforcement is saying about JB:

“We are proud to endorse J.B. Van Hollen to continue as Wisconsin’s Attorney General because he understands the challenges that police officers face every day and he has been a leader in promoting law enforcement and public safety.”
– Mike Crivello, President, Milwaukee Police Association

“J.B. Van Hollen has been dedicated partner of law enforcement and Wisconsin is safer under his leadership.”
– Maury Straub, Ozaukee County Sheriff and President of the Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association

“During his first term in office, [J.B] has fulfilled [his] commitments and achieved real results that have helped make Wisconsin a safe place to live, work and raise a family. We are proud to support him again as the state’s leading law enforcement official.”
– Jim Palmer, Executive Director, Wisconsin Professional Police Association

“We know that J.B. has already proven himself to be the best person for this trusted position, and our members in Wisconsin look forward to working with him and and his staff long into the future.”
–Sam A. Crabral, International President, International Union of Police Associations

DNA Backlog Eliminated

Delivering on his 2006 campaign pledge, J.B. announced in April that the backlog of DNA evidence at the Crime Lab is gone. Thanks to J.B.'s leadership the Crime Lab has increased efficiencies and productivity which is helping law enforcement take dangerous criminals off our streets.

Here is what J.B. had to say about the Crime Lab:

"I am confident that our ability to work together and DOJ's hard work eliminating the backlog has led to more offenders being identified and held accountable, has played a role in preventing crime that might have otherwise occurred, has saved significant resources for local governments, and has made Wisconsin a safer place to live and work."

Click here to listen to J.B. talk to Charlie Sykes about the elimination of the backlog.

AG Van Hollen News from Around the State

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· Attorney General makes stop in Western Wisconsin

· DOJ gets new partner in fight against online pedophiles

· Van Hollen says Asian Carp Legal Battle Not Over

· Vote Fraud Cases Progress in Milwaukee