County Attorney
- Represents the state in prosecuting misdemeanor criminal cases.
- Works with law enforcement officers in the investigation of criminal cases.
- Provides legal advice to the Commissioners Court and to other elected officials.
- Brings civil enforcement actions on behalf of the state or county.
- Represents victims of family violence in protective order proceedings.
- Represents Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in child abuse and neglect cases.
- Represents the state in applications and petitions for mental health commitments.
Visit the Texas District & County Attorneys Association website to learn more.
District Attorney
- Represents the state in prosecuting felony criminal cases.
- Works with law enforcement officers in the investigation of criminal cases.
- Presents cases to the grand jury.
- Represents victims of violence in protective orders and represents the state in removing children from abusive households.
Some counties just have either a Criminal District Attorney or a combination County and District Attorney. In these counties, one office performs the functions of both the County Attorney and the District Attorney.
Local Public Servants
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