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Norfolk County DA Michael Morrissey Not Seeking Reelection
Michael Morrissey ends 15 years as Norfolk County DA amid criticism over high-profile cases; four Democrats vie to succeed him in 2026 primary.
- In a Jan. 12 release, Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey announced he will not seek reelection, stating, `I am extremely proud of the work I have accomplished during my 15 years as Norfolk District Attorney.`
- Amid criticism, Morrissey faced scrutiny for prosecuting Karen Read, acquitted in June 2025, and for the Sandra Birchmore death probe that led to charges against Matthew Farwell.
- The prosecution's retrial produced acquittals on major counts and only a drunk-driving conviction after Read's first trial ended in a mistrial with a hung jury at Norfolk Superior Court.
- Four Democratic candidates — Adam Deitch, Djuna Perkins, Craig MacLellan and Jim Barakat — seek to replace Morrissey, with Deitch saying Norfolk County needs a "new, credible, outside perspective".
- Nomination filings require that papers signed by 1,000 registered Norfolk County voters be submitted by April 28, 2026, while Matthew Farwell's trial begins in October and Karen Read pursues a civil‑rights lawsuit.
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Norfolk County DA Michael Morrissey announces he will not seek reelection
Morrissey, who has overseen the prosecution of high-profile trials such as the Karen Read Murder Trial and the disappearance of Ana Walshe, told Boston 25 News he was prepared to “start a new chapter” by not seeking reelection this coming November.
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