What does the Public Affairs Unit do?
The Public Affairs Unit (PAU) serves the public by making sure they are accurately informed of the administration of justice in Orange County. The PAU also assists law enforcement by publicizing important information to warn the public of danger and safety issues. The Unit is the first point of contact with the media for the District Attorneys Office. They handle all day-to-day media inquiries including all requests for interviews with District Attorney Tony Rackauckas, deputy district attorneys, and district attorney investigators. They also update the Cases in the News list posted on the website and issue press releases and media advisories. You can reach Public Affairs Counsel Susan Kang Schroeder at (714) 347-8408, Spokesperson Farrah Emami at (714) 347-8405, and the Public Affairs Assistants at (714) 347-8414 or (714) 347-8423.