Specifications include, but are not limited to: 3.1 Reviews citations and reports to determine if sufficient cause exists to prosecute. 3.2 Review and file charges as appropriate that are sent for review either by investigating agency or NCAO. 3.3 Advises law enforcement officers and witnesses of legal procedures. 3.4 Files complaints on Justice Court misdemeanor cases 3.5 Prosecutes or defends cases in Justice Courts. 3.6 Confers with clients. Advises clients regarding their legal rights, courses of action and strength of a case. 3.7 Reviews performance and gives instructions and guidance in court procedures, trial techniques and in matters of law. 3.8 Conducts legal research on own behalf and that of other attorneys by computer. 3.9 Obtains and reviews source documents such as police reports, medical records, and transcripts. Locates and interviews witnesses. 3.10 Prepares and files necessary court documents. 3.11 Attends and participates in court appearances and legal proceedings. 3.12 Make plea offers, file appropriate motions, and defend appropriate motions. 3.13 Participate in case management conference. 3.14 Participate in change of plea proceedings and participate in sentencing hearings. 3.15 Conduct bench trials and conduct jury trials.
