Misdemeanor Prosecutor

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Misdemeanor Prosecutor - District Attorney
The candidate under direction, is responsible for determining case or appeal merit; ascertains facts; develops case plan; represents the State in legal actions; and performs related duties as required. Reviews cases or appeals for legal and factual sufficiency, requests investigations and drafts the required documents for legal disposition. Examines evidence including videos, photographs, documents, and records for use in trial. Prosecutes juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigates appeals. Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains and punishment issues. Researches statutes and case law issues. Performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status. Regularly appears in court on behalf of the State of Texas in contested matters, before judges and juries. Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains. Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff. May supervise Advocates, Interns, and office support staff. Performs related duties, as required.

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