John Wentworth, the Clackamas County District Attorney, has served the community for two and a half decades. A Clackamas High School graduate, he returned home in 1999 after five years as a deputy district attorney in Coos County.
With over 30 years of prosecution experience, John has built a reputation as a tough, fair and thoroughly prepared trial attorney. He has prosecuted many of Clackamas County’s most serious criminal cases, including homicides, sexual assaults, domestic violence and crimes against children.
John is recognized statewide as an expert in prosecuting domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse. He has led efforts to strengthen Oregon laws that protect elders and victims of domestic and sexual abuse, and he believes deeply in safeguarding the county’s most vulnerable residents. His collaborative approach includes working closely with law enforcement, probation, victim advocates, judges, defense attorneys, legislators and community organizations to improve public safety and the criminal justice system.
In addition to his role as District Attorney, John serves on the Board of Directors for the Children’s Center, an accredited child abuse intervention center. He is the current President of the Oregon District Attorneys Association and a Board member of the National District Attorneys Association.
John is committed to fairness, justice, data-informed decision–making and addressing the root causes of crime.
He holds Bachelor of Science degrees from Oregon State University and a Juris Doctor from Lewis & Clark’s Northwestern School of Law.
Awards and Recognition
- Outstanding Victim Advocacy
Crime Victims’ Assistance Network of Oregon - Public Service Award
Clackamas County Domestic Violence Enhanced Response Team - Special Service Award
Oregon Health Care Association - Impact Award
Domestic Violence and Vulnerable Adult Team, Clackamas Women’s Services
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