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Harris County District Attorney's Office
Prosecutes felony and misdemeanor cases in Harris County, operates diversion programs as alternatives to incarceration, and provides victim assistance services.
The Harris County District Attorney's Office prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the State of Texas in Harris County. The DA's office handles over 100,000 cases annually including violent crimes, property crimes, and drug offenses. The office operates several diversion programs including mental health diversion, veterans' court, and a pre-trial diversion program as alternatives to traditional prosecution. The Victim Services Division provides support to crime victims and witnesses throughout the criminal justice process. The DA's Conviction Integrity Unit reviews claims of wrongful conviction.
