District Attorney

Office of the District Attorney

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

- Advise and assist police in any case in which they seek her 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