District Attorney

Office of the District Attorney

The District Attorney prosecutes all offenses recognized by the courts of the county. He must also:  

Advise and assist police in any case in which they seek his help 
Prepare information requested by the police 
Appear in court for preliminary hearings 
Present cases to the grand jury 
Try cases when a trial is demanded 
Handle appeals from criminal proceedings in any court 
Advise town and village justices 

The District Attorney has the authority to appoint assistant district attorneys, paralegal assistants, and secretarial and clerical assistants. 

The Office of the Livingston County District Attorney does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability and age in the delivery of services to victims of crime.

Traffic Infractions 

 If you wish to be considered for a reduction of your traffic ticket please visit the following link: 

https://www.livingstoncounty.us/1045/Traffic-Ticket-Reduction 

If you wish to enroll in the Livingston County District Attorney’s Traffic Diversion Program, please visit the following link: 

https://www.livingstoncounty.us/195/Traffic-Diversion-Program 

Questions on traffic matters can also be directed to the Livingston County District Attorney's office at lcda@co.livingston.ny.us