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Osage Today
By the People, for the People
Mize Announces Candidacy for District Attorney
Assistant DA seeks top prosecutor role in Osage and Pawnee Counties
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Brett Mize, a career prosecutor who has served as an Assistant District Attorney for Osage and Pawnee Counties since 2014, has announced his candidacy to run for the District Attorney position.
Why it matters
The District Attorney plays a critical role in the local criminal justice system, making decisions on which cases to prosecute and how to handle them. Mize's announcement sets up a potential election battle for this influential position.
The details
In a press release on Tuesday, Mize touted his extensive experience as a state prosecutor over the past 12 years. He has handled a wide range of criminal cases during his tenure as an Assistant DA, giving him deep familiarity with the local criminal justice system and the issues facing the community.
- Mize announced his candidacy on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The players
Brett Mize
A career prosecutor who has served as an Assistant District Attorney for Osage and Pawnee Counties since 2014.
What’s next
Mize's announcement sets the stage for a potential election campaign for the District Attorney position later this year. Voters in Osage and Pawnee Counties will have the opportunity to choose their next top prosecutor.
The takeaway
Mize's candidacy reflects the importance of experienced, career prosecutors in local criminal justice systems. His announcement kicks off what could be a closely watched election for a critical public office.
