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    The letter requests that the Pennsylvania House of Representatives begin impeachment proceedings against the District Attorney of Philadelphia, Larry Krasner, for failing to curb the surge in violent crime in the city and dereliction of duty. Crime statistics under Krasner's tenure show record homicides in 2021 and a failure to prosecute violent gun crimes despite arrests. The letter cites Krasner's refusal to accept responsibility or take new steps to keep criminals behind bars.

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    The letter requests that the Pennsylvania House of Representatives begin impeachment proceedings against the District Attorney of Philadelphia, Larry Krasner, for failing to curb the surge in violent crime in the city and dereliction of duty. Crime statistics under Krasner's tenure show record homicides in 2021 and a failure to prosecute violent gun crimes despite arrests. The letter cites Krasner's refusal to accept responsibility or take new steps to keep criminals behind bars.

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    January 18, 2022

    The Honorable Bryan Cutler


    Speaker, House of Representatives
    139 Main Capitol Building
    Harrisburg, PA 17120-2100

    The Honorable Kerry Benninghoff


    Majority Leader, House of Representatives
    147 Main Capitol Building
    Harrisburg, PA 17120-2171

    The Honorable Rob Kauffman


    Chair, House Judiciary Committee
    312 Main Capitol Building
    Harrisburg, PA 17120-2089

    Re: Impeachment of Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner

    Dear Speaker Cutler, Leader Benninghoff and Chairman Kauffman:

    In the interest of curbing the lawlessness and current surge in violent crimes in the City of Philadelphia, I
    am requesting the House of Representatives begin impeachment proceedings against Philadelphia County
    District Attorney Larry Krasner using the House of Representatives’ authority under Article XI § 4 of the
    Constitution of Pennsylvania.

    The recent spike in violent crime is a direct result of DA Krasner’s failed policies and his refusal to perform
    the duties of his office to hold criminals accountable for the crimes that they commit. His decision to allow
    more and more criminals to walk free through plea deals and dismissed charges has created an
    environment in which Philadelphians are no longer safe in their own homes and communities.

    Crime statistics under DA Krasner’s tenure in office are extremely alarming:

    • In 2021, Philadelphia set an all-time record for homicides, with more than 550 Pennsylvanians killed
    in the City last year alone.
    • Although police made the highest number of arrests last year for violent gun crimes since 2015,
    according to the Philadelphia Citizen, the DA’s own data shows that his office has withdrawn or
    dismissed more violent gun cases every single year he has been in office.
    • Since 2015, just 21 percent of shootings in the City have led to criminal charges.
    • Of that 21 percent, less than one-tenth of the cases have resulted in a conviction.
    Our own colleagues in the General Assembly are not immune to this epidemic of violence. Senator Sharif
    Street’s family suffered a terrible tragedy in July when his cousin was murdered. His office was also struck
    by bullets during another shooting last month. In addition, Representative Mary Gay Scanlon was carjacked
    at gunpoint in December.

    Despite the recent crime wave, DA Krasner has not accepted responsibility for his failure to prosecute
    criminals, nor has he taken any new steps to keep dangerous criminals behind bars. As recently as last
    month, he shockingly insisted at a press conference that the city did not have a crisis of lawlessness.

    As elected officials of this Commonwealth, we cannot turn a blind eye to DA Krasner’s clear dereliction of
    duty. Meaningful action must be taken to restore a sense of security to the communities and families that
    have been negatively impacted by his negligence.

    I know that you share these concerns for the well-being of Pennsylvanians, as well as a genuine interest in
    promoting safer communities. City residents deserve a DA who prioritizes people and public safety above
    all else.

    Your consideration of this request is appreciated. Please feel free to reach out to me if you would like to
    discuss this matter further.

    Sincerely,

    Jake Corman
    President Pro Tempore
    State Senator, 34th District

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