Why?

Why the Recall of Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce?

We did not rush to judgment. We did what engaged citizens are supposed to do. We asked questions. We attended meetings and public hearings. We wrote letters. We met directly with Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce to share our concerns and seek clarity.

We gave every opportunity for these concerns to be addressed. We simply asked to be heard.

Our statement outlines those concerns:
“Mr. True Pearce’s actions and omissions as Washington County Prosecuting Attorney have undermined public trust in the office, including the misuse of authority in civil and criminal matters, failure to uphold a consistent and impartial application of the law, and decisions that have exposed the county to unnecessary legal and financial risk. The petitioning registered electors of Washington County believe these actions and omissions represent a substantial failure to carry out the duties of the office in the public interest.”