Statement from Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel

The following statement is being provided in response to an article published Feb. 3:

Statement from Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel:

I continue to address my eating disorder and alcohol use. As you can imagine, this is a journey, and I am committed to working the vigorous programs that my doctors and counselors recommend. I am not perfect, have never claimed to be perfect, and remain firm in my desire to be better and stay healthy.

As for the County Attorney’s Office, I am most certainly involved in the day to day operations and conduct regular meetings with key members of my staff.

I did contract COVID in January, along with my children, and following quarantine guidance missed a few key meetings I would have liked to attend in person.

Please know that I am involved and care deeply about this office and the people I serve. I am passionate about my vocation and will do everything possible to continue to bring professionalism and fairness to the office instead of conjecture and hearsay.

I appreciate and thank those who have reached out with love and support.