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City Attorney Mara W. Elliott
1200 Third Ave., Suite 1620
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 619-236-6220
Fax: 619-236-7215
cityattorney@sandiego.gov
City Attorney Mara W. Elliott serves as chief legal advisor to the Mayor, City Council, and all City departments, and as the City’s prosecutor. She defends City taxpayers in lawsuits, and protects residents and the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
She is an experienced public service lawyer who oversees a staff of legal professionals who handle over 20,000 misdemeanor cases and 200 new civil cases each year. She is the first woman and Latina to hold the Office.
The 10-year anniversary of California’s Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) law is a time to reflect on gun safety. GVROs are a powerful tool that have helped prevent tragedies by removing firearms from individuals in crisis. Watch this video to see how GVROs save lives and learn how you can help raise a red flag to keep our communities safe!
