District Attorney's Office
The District Attorney's office is composed of three divisions: criminal prosecution, child support and victim/witness services.
The Prosecution and Case Management program is responsible for preparing and filing formal charges against defendants and for conducting hearings and trials associated with those charges. It also advises local police agencies in investigations and obtaining evidence for use in criminal matters.
The Child Support Case Management program collects child support payments for non-welfare families in Jackson County. The program accepts new cases for child support payment and monitors existing cases. It has the power to use garnishments, writs of execution, liens and contempt to secure payment of court-ordered support obligations.
The Crime Victim/Witness program provides general information about the criminal justice system, crisis-intervention and short-term counseling, emotional support, referrals to other community resources, case status and disposition information, assistance with restitution, intercession with other agencies, service providers, employers, etc., and help in filing for crime victim's compensation. Advocates from the program also accompany crime victims and witnesses to court hearings, including grand jury and trials.
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