(Lawrenceville, Ga., 12/9/24) – The Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office is the first prosecutorial office in the nation to be honored with the prestigious FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award in recognition of its commitment to law enforcement leadership and excellence.

The FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award is granted to agencies and individuals who complete the FBI-LEEDA Leadership Trilogy, consisting of the Supervisor Leadership Institute, Command Leadership Institute, and Executive Leadership Institute. These intensive programs equip participants with advanced skills in ethical leadership, crisis management, and strategic decision-making, reflecting a dedication to fostering professionalism and integrity in law enforcement. The office is being recognized because its entire investigative command staff – Chief Investigator Adam Gardner, Assistant Chief Investigator Chris Ford, and Assistant Chief Investigator Andres Rodriguez – have met the requirements. In addition, Chief Assistant District Attorney John Melvin and Investigator Robert Turner have completed the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy training requirements in leadership roles at other agencies (Melvin at the Georgia Bureau of Investigations and Turner at the Office of the Georgia Insurance Commissioner) before joining the Gwinnett County DA’s Office.

“We are deeply honored to receive the Trilogy Award, a testament to the hard work, professionalism, and dedication of our Investigation Leadership team,” said Gwinnett County District Attorney Patsy Austin-Gatson. “This recognition underscores our commitment to serving our community with excellence and fostering strong partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement.”

FBI-LEEDA Executive Director Jacques Battiste presented the Gwinnett DA’s Office with the award, noting the agency’s distinction.

“Gwinnett is the seventh agency in the state to receive that award,” Battiste said. “But here’s the thing that makes it really exciting — Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office is the first DA’s Office in the United States to receive this award.”

The Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office remains steadfast in its mission to ensure justice and public safety for all residents. The Trilogy Award serves as a milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance its leadership capabilities and build a culture of accountability and innovation.

About FBI-LEEDA

The FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA) is a premier organization dedicated to providing law enforcement professionals with world-class leadership and training programs. Through initiatives like the Trilogy Award, FBI-LEEDA continues to promote the highest standards of leadership and service in the law enforcement community.