Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt issued the following statement today about the dismissal of charges against Portland Police Officer Corey Budworth, following the conclusion of a restorative justice process between Officer Budworth and the victim, Teri Jacobs:
“2020 was a deeply challenging time for our community, and we still have not fully healed from the trauma of that experience. This case represents a turning point. This resolution, through a restorative justice process, is a brave example of what healing can and should look like, and is reflective of the type of healing that is not always achievable solely through a traditional criminal justice response. If a police officer and a protester can come together in dialogue, understanding, and healing, I believe our city can as well.”
DA Schmidt will be available for questions at a previously scheduled media availability this afternoon.