Enhancing Prosecution Office Culture through Surveys (2022)

Summit County Prosecutor’s Office (Akron, OH)

The SCPO has improved office culture using a variety of anonymous and attributed surveys that contribute to better interpersonal relationships, morale, and productivity.

San Diego District Attorney’s Office (San Diego, CA)

The San Diego County District Attorney (SDCDA) has developed a week-long program for first year law students who may not have a pre-existing interest in prosecution work, by giving them access to experienced lawyers through a week full of interesting presentations and experiences.

Yavapai County Attorney’s Office (Prescott, AZ)

The YCAO has developed robust work from home policies for all of their attorneys and staff. This has enabled them to supervise remote work and maintain accountability.

St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (St. Louis, MO)

The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (SLCPA) partnered with the Court, Public Defender, and the County Library to create a “Tap In Center” where community members can get legal help.

Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office (San Jose, CA)

The Santa Clara District Attorney’s Office (SCDA) has developed a way to automate the expungement of criminal records by partnering with the Court and Public Defender.

Yolo County District Attorney’s Office (Woodland, CA)

The YCDA has partnered with For the People and the law school at University of California, Davis to create a clinic that engages students in reviewing convictions. 

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Authors: PCE and Gaelin Bernstein

Read about the various essential tasks that a crime analyst can perform in a prosecutor office. 

Authors: PCE and KC Steckelberg (Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan)

Read about strategies for working with the press including, ethical rules and guidelines, developing a communications strategy and special considerations for various aspects of a case.

San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office (San Bernardino, CA)

The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office (SBDA) has developed an award winning peer support program which provides professional supportive services to employees who are facing issues as result of secondary trauma and stress as a result of personal or professional challenges.