Prosecutor candidates weigh public safety cash, domestic violence & police accountability

This November, voters will elect a new county prosecutor for the first time since Larry Haskell retired. One is an office stalwart, the other wants to shake things up.

By: Aaron Hedge

Outlets: RANGE Media

Published: October 28, 2026

Words: 2,201

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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At the heart of the race for the office that litigates local crimes in our county are three evolving debates: the dwindling capacity to go after domestic violence cases, how local police violence cases are investigated and what experience is required to run the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office.

The office prosecutes misdemeanor, criminal and civil cases, advises county departments in legal matters and manages family law in the county. The person elected to lead the …

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