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State's Attorney (District Attorney)

The candidate serves as chief legal counsel to the County. Manages and coordinates State's Attorney Office operations, activities, and personnel. Serves as the County's chief legal counsel regarding all criminal felony and various misdemeanor cases delegating and overseeing prosecutorial work of all States Attorney office staff. Prosecutes criminal cases, including review of reports and drafting of charges, search warrants and motions. Participates in court hearings including bond, preliminary, motion hearings, jury trials and oral arguments before the North Dakota Supreme Court. Oversees and directs State's Attorney Office operations and activities. Hires, trains, supervises, and monitors the performance of assigned personnel in the State's Attorney Office. Ensures compliance with County and departmental policies and procedures. Provides legal advice to County agencies, the County Commission, and law enforcement personnel. Conducts related legal research and writing. Coordinates and provides legal related training for law enforcement personnel. Liaises, communicates, and meets with victims, witnesses and the public regarding criminal cases. Responds to related legal inquiries. Pursues the civil commitment of sexually dangerous individuals; drafts legal documentation; meets with relevant professionals regarding cases; and attends preliminary/commitment hearings and annual reviews. Manages juvenile and mental heath petitions as required. Responds to after-hours calls for legal assistance. Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Additional Information

Position #: 2020-20

Company info

Williams County States Attorney
P.O. Box 2047 E Bdwy 2nd Ave
Williston
North Dakota
United States 58802-2047
Website : http://www.court.state.nd.us/court/counties/st_attys/williams.htm