313 Haney Ave, South Bend, IN 46613, USA
574-304-4559
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
County Government
Role Overview
Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys are lawyers appointed by the elected County Prosecutor. They handle the day-to-day work of prosecuting criminal cases, from reviewing police reports and filing charges to conducting trials and negotiating plea agreements.
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Appointed Attorney
Term:
Serves at the pleasure of the Prosecutor
Method:
Appointed
Core Responsibilities
Represent the state in all stages of criminal prosecution.
Essential Attributes & Risks
Key Competencies
Legal Knowledge, Trial Skills, and the ability to exercise Sound Judgment.
Conduct legal research and write motions and briefs.
Negotiate plea agreements with defense attorneys.
Present cases at trial before a judge or jury.
Critical Risk
Prosecutorial misconduct or inexperience, which can lead to wrongful convictions or failures of justice.
Constitutional Mandate
This section highlights how the office's duties align with the core objectives of the U.S. and Indiana Constitutions.
1
Establish Justice
Directly carries out the prosecution of criminal acts in court.
2
Insure domestic Tranquility
Contributes to public safety by holding offenders accountable.
3
Execute the laws
Enforces state criminal statutes on behalf of the public.