The District Attorney’s mission is to protect the public’s safety by promoting justice through the fair and impartial prosecution of all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, and miscellaneous civil matters. Learn How the District Attorney’s Office engages with the community.

Securing Justice for Victims of Crime in the 8th Judicial District. Learn about victims' rights and the services available at the District Attorney’s Office.

Learn about the difference between a grand jury and a trial jury. A grand jury is important because it determines whether there is enough evidence to formally charge someone with a crime by issuing an indictment, essentially acting as a preliminary check before a trial, while a trial jury is crucial as it listens to all evidence presented during a trial and decides whether a defendant is guilty or not guilty based on the facts of the case.