What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney position at CITY OF SALEM TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS - CITY OF SALEM?
Performs difficult professional work providing prosecutorial legal services in routine civil and criminal cases, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Commonwealth's Attorney.
Essential Functions
- Prosecutes all crimes occurring within the City of Salem including traffic charges, misdemeanors, and felonies.
- Meets with witnesses, visits crime scenes, and coordinates with expert witnesses (Forensics, DNA, Drug Lab); performs case law research, jury research, trail preparation with witnesses, and handles post-conviction appeals.
- Advises City and State law enforcement officials regarding investigation and charging decisions.
- Coordinates with Police department as to various legal issues that may arise based on existing and new case law, such as search and seizure and probable cause.
- Assists in filing and handling of asset forfeiture suits in Circuit Court for disposition of money and property recovered as a result of criminal activity.
- Prepares various Orders relating to disposition of evidence and contraband.
- Handles bond hearings and related issues.
- Other related assigned duties.
