District Attorney Michael McAfee steps down from his role in Mariposa County
In a shocking turn of events, Mariposa County District Attorney Michael McAfee has resigned, effective as of August 11, 2025. The resignation comes following allegations that he repeatedly purchased methamphetamine from a former client over a two-year period.
The allegations surfaced after a local newspaper provided the county sheriff with text messages, which reportedly show McAfee buying methamphetamine from a man he had prosecuted and defended in separate cases.
The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors held a closed-door emergency meeting on Monday, citing "personnel matters," but did not disclose the specific reasons for McAfee's resignation.
In the wake of McAfee's departure, the board appointed Mariposa County Counsel Walter Wall as the interim District Attorney. Wall, who had previously served as district attorney, will fill the vacancy until a permanent replacement is appointed.
The appointment of Walter Wall took place on Tuesday. Wall is currently the Mariposa County Counsel, and his experience in the district attorney's office makes him a suitable choice for the interim role.
The reason for McAfee's resignation remains unknown, and it is currently unclear when his resignation will take effect. The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors has not yet announced any plans for a special meeting to discuss the District Attorney position further or disclosed any information about the process for selecting a permanent District Attorney.
The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Clerk could not comment on the closed session of the emergency meeting, citing it as a personnel matter.
This development is a significant shakeup in the Mariposa County legal system, and the community will be closely watching to see how the situation unfolds in the coming days.
- The general-news surrounding Mariposa County has taken an unexpected turn, as the recent resignation of District Attorney Michael McAfee has sparked heavy interest in the politics of the community, with many questioning the reasons behind his departure and the process for selecting his successor.
- As the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors remains tight-lipped about specific details regarding McAfee's resignation, the unfolding political landscape within the legal system is generating considerable general-news coverage, with concerned citizens closely monitoring the developments in the county.
