Rachel received her undergraduate degree from Grand Canyon University and her law degree from Arizona State University. She was awarded the 2003 Distinguished Service Medal for her community service as an attorney.

Rachel has previously overseen teams of prosecutors including the Sex Crimes Bureau and created the Prosecution Integrity Unit, overseeing conviction integrity and law enforcement misconduct. 

Rachel Mitchell currently serves as the County Attorney in Maricopa County. She was first appointed in 2019 and is serving her second elected term.

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As a county attorney, she prosecutes civil and criminal actions under state law and cases before grand juries.

As a chief deputy county attorney, she prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases. She was Chief of the Special Victims Division.

Believes legal experience is crucial for effective prosecution and victim compensation. As a prosecutor, indicted eight priests and secured an agreement with the Diocese of Phoenix for admission of wrongdoing and victim compensation.

Believes legal experience is crucial for effective prosecution. Said, "Veteran Prosecutor, Not a Politician," emphasizing the importance of a strong legal career over political ambitions.

Said, "Veteran Prosecutor, Not a Politician," emphasizing the importance of a strong legal career over political ambitions.

Has been recognized as the 2024 Organized Retail Theft Champion, 2023 Visionary for the Future, 2012-2013 David R. White Excellence in Victim Advocacy Award Recipient, 2006 Prosecutor of the Year, 2006 Outstanding Child Abuse Legal Professional Award for Excellence Recipient, amongst various other recognitions.

- As a county attorney, she prosecutes civil and criminal actions under state law and cases before grand juries.
- As a chief deputy county attorney, she prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases. She was Chief of the Special Victims Division.
- Believes legal experience is crucial for effective prosecution and victim compensation. As a prosecutor, indicted eight priests and secured an agreement with the Diocese of Phoenix for admission of wrongdoing and victim compensation.
- Said, "Veteran Prosecutor, Not a Politician," emphasizing the importance of a strong legal career over political ambitions.
- Has been recognized as the 2024 Organized Retail Theft Champion, 2023 Visionary for the Future, 2012-2013 David R. White Excellence in Victim Advocacy Award Recipient, 2006 Prosecutor of the Year, 2006 Outstanding Child Abuse Legal Professional Award for Excellence Recipient, amongst various other recognitions.

Legal Experience

Believes in restoring trust in the criminal justice system through justice, experience, and accountability. Supports criminal justice reform, fair sentencing, and reducing recidivism.

Believes in cracking down on organized retail theft to prevent crime from taking root. Opposes leniency towards rising crime in cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle.

Opposes "lower or no bail for dangerous and violent criminals" and supports reversing policies from the Defund the Police movement. As a leader, changed course to address these issues.

Opposes "lower or no bail for dangerous and violent criminals" and supports reversing policies from the Defund the Police movement.

Supports criminal justice reform, focusing on conviction integrity, law enforcement misconduct, and easing victim trauma in abuse cases.

Believes in seeking high bail amounts for dangerous and violent criminals. Said, "It’s no wonder Rachel is the only candidate endorsed by the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association and Arizona Fraternal Order of Police."

Believes in seeking high bail amounts for dangerous and violent criminals. 

Believes in upholding the rule of law and is committed to protecting neighborhoods, businesses, and communities.

Believes in aggressively prosecuting traffickers and fighting against cartels bringing fentanyl into the community. Opposes the "failed policies of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris" related to criminal justice.

The candidate's website says, "When Rachel took over as Maricopa County Attorney in April 2022, the office was overwhelmed by backlogs. More than 800 felony DUI cases had not been prosecuted, with another 10,500 cases that were never reviewed or filed. Dozens of officer-involved shootings had also never been reviewed as the law requires, leaving officers and their departments stuck with no resolution."

The candidate's website says, "When Rachel took over as Maricopa County Attorney in April 2022, the office was overwhelmed by backlogs...Rachel and the new team under her leadership, diligently worked through these cases and to bring down the backlog in less than just two years."

The candidate's website says, "She continues to rebuild relationships with local police agencies to ensure dangerous criminals are held accountable."

Believes victims deserve "highly qualified individuals fighting for justice on their behalf." Supports criminal justice reform, fair sentencing, and reducing recidivism.

Believes in protecting children and families through prosecuting crimes and ensuring legal integrity. As Maricopa County Attorney, led teams to prosecute crimes against children, organized retail theft, and drug-related offenses.

Believes legal experience is crucial for delivering results in law enforcement. Supports working closely with law enforcement to ensure effective prosecution.

- Believes in cracking down on organized retail theft to prevent crime from taking root. Opposes leniency towards rising crime in cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle.
- Opposes "lower or no bail for dangerous and violent criminals" and supports reversing policies from the Defund the Police movement.
- Supports criminal justice reform, focusing on conviction integrity, law enforcement misconduct, and easing victim trauma in abuse cases.
- Believes in seeking high bail amounts for dangerous and violent criminals. 
- Believes in upholding the rule of law and is committed to protecting neighborhoods, businesses, and communities.
- Believes in aggressively prosecuting traffickers and fighting against cartels bringing fentanyl into the community. Opposes the "failed policies of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris" related to criminal justice.
- The candidate's website says, "When Rachel took over as Maricopa County Attorney in April 2022, the office was overwhelmed by backlogs...Rachel and the new team under her leadership, diligently worked through these cases and to bring down the backlog in less than just two years."
- The candidate's website says, "She continues to rebuild relationships with local police agencies to ensure dangerous criminals are held accountable."
- Believes victims deserve "highly qualified individuals fighting for justice on their behalf." Supports criminal justice reform, fair sentencing, and reducing recidivism.

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Endorsed by numerous politicians including former Arizona Governor Jan Brewer, Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley, Queen Creek Councilman Jeff Brown, Former Gilbert Vice Mayor Joan Krueger, Phoenix Councilman Jim Waring, Surprise Councilman Jack Hastings, Queen Creek Vice Mayor Leah Martineau, and Queen Creek Councilman Bryan McClure.

Endorsed by numerous business executives including Ben Leuschner, President of the Phoenix Police Sergeants and Lieutenants Association, Jobe Dickinson the Executive Director of Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Arizona, Samuel Wagner, President of the Chandler Law Enforcement Association, Rob Ferraro, President of the Tempe Officers Association, and Jeff Hawkins, President of the Arizona State Troopers Association.

Endorsed by organizations such as the Arizona Police Association, Arizona Fraternal Order of Police, Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, and the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

- Endorsed by numerous politicians including former Arizona Governor Jan Brewer, Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley, Queen Creek Councilman Jeff Brown, Former Gilbert Vice Mayor Joan Krueger, Phoenix Councilman Jim Waring, Surprise Councilman Jack Hastings, Queen Creek Vice Mayor Leah Martineau, and Queen Creek Councilman Bryan McClure.
- Endorsed by numerous business executives including Ben Leuschner, President of the Phoenix Police Sergeants and Lieutenants Association, Jobe Dickinson the Executive Director of Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Arizona, Samuel Wagner, President of the Chandler Law Enforcement Association, Rob Ferraro, President of the Tempe Officers Association, and Jeff Hawkins, President of the Arizona State Troopers Association.
- Endorsed by organizations such as the Arizona Police Association, Arizona Fraternal Order of Police, Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, and the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

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Tamika graduated early from high school at the age of 16 and pursued higher education at UCLA, followed by legal studies at the University of Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia. She is married and is a mother to two daughters.

Tamika currently works as a practicing attorney.

Tamika N Wooten previously served as the Chief City Prosecutor for the City of Glendale from 1994 to 2008. She has also served as a judge in the cities of Avondale, El Mirage, Mesa, Scottsdale, Surprise, and Wickenburg.

As a chief city prosecutor, she prosecuted civil and criminal actions and presented cases before grand juries.

As an attorney, she researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

As a city court judge, she oversaw cases involving low-value civil suits and minor criminal offenses that occurred within city limits.

Believes in leveraging legal experience to develop impactful programs. As a legal professional, collaborated with the Presiding Judge to create an award-winning Domestic Violence initiative.

- As a chief city prosecutor, she prosecuted civil and criminal actions and presented cases before grand juries.
- As an attorney, she researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.
- As a city court judge, she oversaw cases involving low-value civil suits and minor criminal offenses that occurred within city limits.
- Believes in leveraging legal experience to develop impactful programs. As a legal professional, collaborated with the Presiding Judge to create an award-winning Domestic Violence initiative.

Believes in criminal justice reform through restorative justice practices to build healthy lives and reduce recidivism. Supports sentencing reforms to create a more equitable system.

Believes in criminal justice reform to support juveniles, veterans, and non-violent offenders. Supports reducing recidivism through community-based programs.

Believes criminal justice is not "one-size-fits-all" and plans to use innovations in crime prevention.

Plans to prioritize alternatives to incarceration for minor offenses and believes it will reduce overcrowding in prisons, save taxpayer money, and give communities a chance to heal.

Wants to end the "school to prison" pipeline.

Said, "When elected as Maricopa County Attorney, I will not ignore racial profiling, the use of excessive force or the criminalization of homelessness or mental illness."

Supports abortion and increasing access to contraceptives.

- Believes in criminal justice reform through restorative justice practices to build healthy lives and reduce recidivism. Supports sentencing reforms to create a more equitable system.
- Believes in criminal justice reform to support juveniles, veterans, and non-violent offenders. Supports reducing recidivism through community-based programs.
- Believes criminal justice is not "one-size-fits-all" and plans to use innovations in crime prevention.
- Plans to prioritize alternatives to incarceration for minor offenses and believes it will reduce overcrowding in prisons, save taxpayer money, and give communities a chance to heal.
- Wants to end the "school to prison" pipeline.
- Said, "When elected as Maricopa County Attorney, I will not ignore racial profiling, the use of excessive force or the criminalization of homelessness or mental illness."
- Supports abortion and increasing access to contraceptives.

Endorsed by politicians including Mayor Corey Woods and U.S. Congressman Ruben Gallego.

Endorsed by labor organizations including Maricopa Area Labor Federation of the Arizona AFL-CIO, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, and Western States Regional
Council of Carpenters.

Endorsed by the Political Action Committee of the National Organization for Women.

- Endorsed by politicians including Mayor Corey Woods and U.S. Congressman Ruben Gallego.
- Endorsed by labor organizations including Maricopa Area Labor Federation of the Arizona AFL-CIO, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, and Western States Regional
Council of Carpenters.
- Endorsed by the Political Action Committee of the National Organization for Women.

Tamika N Wooten

- The county attorney represents their county and the state in legal matters within their jurisdiction and provides legal advice to the county and its various departments and agencies.
- The county attorney conducts prosecutions of persons accused of committing crimes.
-  The county attorney is elected in a partisan election for a four-year term. 

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