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Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed Irondequoit Town Judge Brian Green as Monroe County’s next district attorney.
Green replaces Sandra Doorley, who retired at the end of August. Doorley submitted her resignation Aug. 1, following the state Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct’s recommendation that she should be publicly censured based on its investigation into a traffic stop incident in April 2024. Doorley did not stop when she was caught speeding and body-cam footage revealed she said her position would allow her special treatment.
The state Constitution allows the governor to appoint a district attorney until a new candidate is elected. First Assistant District Attorney Perry Duckles had served as interim district attorney until today.
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“Over the last several years, Monroe County has seen tremendous progress in reducing crime and improving safety, and it is absolutely necessary that we have someone in this role that will continue these efforts during this crucial time, which is why I am appointing Brian Green as the next district attorney in Monroe County,” Hochul said in a statement. “I am confident that as top prosecutor, Brian will continue holding offenders accountable while supporting crime victims, and contributing to a safer community for all.”
Green served as an assistant district attorney in the Monroe County district attorney’s office for several years, including as deputy chief of the Major Felony Bureau.
“I have known Brian to be a skilled prosecutor, an excellent manager, and an honorable judge. During his time working in my administration, Brian was instrumental in the development of the JEDS program, which has brought accountability to young people involved in the criminal justice system,” Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said. “I am confident that he will continue to work closely with Sheriff Todd Baxter and me to prioritize the safety of the residents of Monroe County, and will be a strong partner in our efforts to bring more innovative solutions to fighting crime.”
State Sen. Jeremy Cooney applauded Hochul’s choice.
“Judge Green’s dedication to fairness and upholding the rule of law will serve him well in this important public safety role,” said Cooney, who is a member of the state Senate Judiciary Committee. “After the erosion of trust in the district attorney’s office that has unfolded over the past couple years, it is my hope that this will be an opportunity for Monroe County to reset and rebuild the community’s faith in this vital office.”
Green will hold the office until a special election next year. Doorley’s term was set to end in 2027.
Smriti Jacob is Rochester Beacon managing editor.
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Let me say this, we could reduce the job of the new District Attorney, Brian Green, if we would just address the K-12 educational journey for our youth. A successful K-12 education leads to post high success. It leads to careers, professions and vocations as opposed to crime and all the other scourges that are associated with the RCSD failure to educate. I look forward to that day and we might even catch a glimpse of Brian Green with his feet up on the desk catching an afternoon nap. Nothing would please me more.
(Talk to me Brian Green and I’ll show you what i’ve assembled to turn the RCSD around. It can be done.) Semper Fi.