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| Class Title: | Deputy District Attorney I |
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| Class Code: | 04120 |
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$30.09 - $38.46 Hourly $2,407.20 - $3,076.80 Biweekly $5,215.60 - $6,666.40 Monthly $62,587.20 - $79,996.80 Annually |
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| Positions in this series perform a variety of professional legal work involved in criminal prosecution including investigation, trial preparation, and legal research. Positions perform related duties as required. | ||
| Distinguishing Characteristics: | ||
| This is the entry level of the series. Incumbents are given supervision and guidance by higher level attorneys on initial assignments through formal and informal review; incumbents are given more responsible assignments with less supervision as experience is gained. | ||
| Examples of Duties: | ||
| 1. Investigates, researches, and prepares cases for prosecution; evaluates evidence, determines the nature of the crime and the justification for prosecution; interviews witnesses. 2. Interviews and advises law enforcement officers and the public in regard to the issuance of criminal complaints. 3. Presents and prosecutes cases before County courts; presents cases before the Grand Jury. 4. Represents the people of the County at arraignments, preliminary hearings and trials. 5. Negotiates with defense attorneys regarding the disposition or modification of charges. 6. Presents opening statements, interrogates and cross examines witnesses; argues points of law, and makes final arguments or summations. 7. Conducts legal research and prepares briefs and opinions. 8. Receives complaints, evaluates evidence and determines the nature of the crime and justification for prosecution. 9. Trains and advises lower level attorneys in the preparation and presentation of cases. 10. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required. 06/18/75 rev: jl/03-24-98 unit change: ejw/08/21/01 |
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| Representation Unit: | ||
| Attorney | ||
| Salary Range: | ||
| 60 | ||
| Supplemental Information: | ||
| The Deputy District Attorney series is distinguished from the Child Support Attorney series by the latter’s responsibility to handle civil litigation related to child support cases. Incumbents must qualify for promotion within the time specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding or be terminated. |
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| Minimum Requirements: | ||
| Must have successfully passed the California BAR exam at the time of application and be an active member of the California State Bar. 11/26/07 |
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