The County Connection | A Different Approach to Public Defense and Safety – Episode 008.1

Join us as we sit down with Thurston County Commissioner Tye Menser, as he sits down to discuss Thurston County's relatively new approach to public safety and defense with their Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program. How it was formed, and how it's working to save the county money and help reduce recidivism.

Recorded: April 10, 2025

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County Connection is the official podcast of the Washington State Association of Counties—where we dive into the legislative issues shaping the future of our communities. From budgets to public safety, infrastructure to elections, we’ll break down what’s happening in Olympia and how it im ...