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Criminal

Feb. 17, 2026

Who will restore Diana Teran's tarnished reputation after the California AGs failed prosecution?

Diana Teran, former assistant district attorney for ethics and integrity in the Los Angeles County DA's Office, endured lasting reputational harm from overzealous criminal charges that were ultimately dismissed, illustrating how unfounded prosecutions can outlive legal vindication.

William M. Paparian

Email: bpaparian@aol.com

Southwestern Univ SOL; Los Angeles CA

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Who will restore Diana Teran's tarnished reputation after the California AGs failed prosecution?
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In the realm of justice, where the scales are meant to balance truth and accountability, few stories illustrate the perils of overzealous prosecution as starkly as that of Diana Teran.

Diana Teran, former assistant district attorney for ethics and integrity in the Los Angeles County DA's...

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