For the Community
The 4th Judicial District Attorney's office is dedicated to working on behalf of the people, and this means going above and beyond simply enforcing the criminal laws of Colorado. Through creative programming and active participation in the community, the DAO hopes to prevent and lessen crime through the education and empowerment of community members.
Dialogue with the DA (520-6174)
The District Attorney meets with community leaders, business representatives, bar association leaders, and citizens to discuss issues, concerns, and trends for the Pikes Peak region. Begun in 2005, this advisory group meets on a quarterly basis.
Kids Against Crime Workshops (520-6074)
Designed to provide area fifth and sixth-grade students with an understanding of Colorado law and the issues that young people often face, this two-hour program is presented by community volunteers to approximately 4000 students annually.
Public Speakers (520-6174)
Attorneys and staff from all District Attorney's Office departments are available for speeches at area schools and civic organizations. Speakers are available to discuss various areas of law, and well as citizens' rights and obligations. The District Attorney, Assistant District Attorney and numerous other individuals make public appearances on a regular basis in the hope of reducing crime and creating a better informed community.
Neighborhood Justice Center (520-6016)
The Center helps citizens to peacefully resolve minor disputes and altercations through mediation and to achieve long-lasting solutions, thus reducing the heavy caseloads of the courts. Referrals are received from law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney's Office, judicial and community agencies, as well as self-referrals.
Consumer Alerts and SCAMLINE (520-6074)
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