Duties and Responsibilities

Represent the interests of the State of Washington as legal counsel in the prosecution of:

• Adults who commit misdemeanor and criminal traffic offenses;
• Juveniles over the age of sixteen who commit criminal traffic offenses;
• Contested infractions;
• Violation of conditions of probation.

Assist Law Enforcement Officers:

• In determining probable cause for arrest of individuals;
• Obtaining search warrants;
• Interpreting the law and its application to particular situations or issues pertaining to case investigations.

Purpose and Benefit of  Service:

• Providing effective prosecution of individuals committing misdemeanor criminal acts and criminal traffic offenses is aimed at holding offenders accountable for their actions, modifying their behaviors and providing a safer community.