District Attorney Job Description Template

District Attorney Job Responsibilities

• The district attorney is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the state or local government.
• The district attorney must investigate crimes and gather evidence to build a case against the accused.
• The district attorney works with police detectives and other law enforcement officials to investigate crimes.
• The district attorney must review police reports and evidence to determine if there is enough evidence to file charges.
• The district attorney meets with victims and witnesses to get their statements and help them prepare for trial.
• The district attorney prepares cases for trial, including selecting jurors and presenting evidence in court.
• The district attorney argues cases in court and questions witnesses.
• The district attorney decides whether to settle cases out of court or take them to trial.

Objectives

• To ensure that justice is served in the district by prosecuting criminals and protecting victims. To work with law enforcement to investigate and prepare cases for trial. To appear in court and represent the people of the district at sentencing hearings. To keep the community informed about our office's activities and initiatives.

District Attorney Job Skills & Qualifications Needed

• The skills and qualifications needed for the role of district attorney vary by jurisdiction, but typically include a law degree, admission to the state bar, and several years of experience as a prosecutor. Some jurisdictions also require district attorneys to be elected.