Arlington Commonwealth Atty is the official prosecutorial office for Arlington County and the City of Falls Church, serving as a constitutional office dedicated to public safety and justice. Led by Commonwealth’s Attorney Parisa Dehghani-Tafti, the office stands out for its commitment to balancing safety and justice through thoughtful policy, community engagement, and a modern approach to prosecution that includes diversion and restorative justice programs.
The office operates with a focus on treating all individuals fairly while prioritizing serious and violent crimes. It emphasizes transparency, community input, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies. Key initiatives include the use of drug courts, mental health courts, and restorative justice conferencing to address underlying issues behind criminal behavior. The office serves all residents of Arlington County, the City of Falls Church, and users of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, with services available in multiple languages to ensure accessibility.
Services Offered
- Criminal prosecution for Arlington County, City of Falls Church, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
- Policy development and prosecution prioritization
- Diversion programs for minor offenses
- Drug court and mental health court services
- Restorative justice programs including Heart of Safety Conferencing
- Victim/Witness assistance and advocacy
- Community outreach and education
- Expungement clinics
- Conviction Review Unit investigations
- T and U visa certification assistance
- Emergency Substantial Risk Orders (ESRO) processing
- Public transparency and engagement initiatives
- Training and supervision for legal staff
The office serves Arlington County and the City of Falls Church, with resources and information available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, German, French, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Portuguese, Russian, Tigrinya, Urdu, and Vietnamese. It operates the Community Advisory Board to maintain strong community ties and ensure public input in prosecutorial decisions.
