2024 District Prosecutor’s Citizen Prosecutor’s Academy accepts applications

Montgomery County District Attorney Brett Ligon is pleased to announce that his office is now accepting applications for the 2024 Citizen Prosecutor Academy. This long-running program will provide a behind-the-scenes look at what happens in the District Attorney’s Office. The 10-week course will begin on September 9, 2024 and will conclude with a graduation ceremony for participants on November 18, 2024.

The District Attorney’s Office plays a vital role in protecting the community and holding criminals accountable. During this course, participants will hear from prosecutors and investigators on a variety of topics, including murder investigation, human trafficking, the grand jury, cyber crimes against children, and the anatomy of a criminal jury trial. The preliminary course schedule is as follows:

• Week 1: September 9 Academy Review and Welcome Speeches
• Week 2: September 16 Criminal Justice Process
• Week 3: September 23 Anatomy of a Jury Trial
• Week 4: September 30 Crimes against children – physical and sexual violence
• Week 5: October 7 Public Integrity/Officer Involved Shootings
• Week 6: October 14 Vehicle Crime/No Refusal Scheme
• Week 7: October 21 Domestic Violence
• Week 8: October 28 ICAC and Human Trafficking
• Week 9: November 4 White Collar/Asset Forfeiture
• Week 10: November 18 Law Enforcement Q&A/Graduation Ceremony

Interested parties should visit the website and click “Apply Now”

Applications for this class will be accepted through July 31, 2024. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply and will be subject to a criminal background check. For more information, interested individuals can email [email protected].

District Attorney Brett Ligon said, “I am committed to this program so that the citizens of Montgomery County can continue to get a closer look at what we do every day to keep our county safe. This program provides an engaging and educational experience for anyone who wants to learn more about how the District Attorney’s Office fits into the criminal justice process.”

Source: Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office