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Prosecutor, County
County
CORE PURPOSE:
Insure Domestic Tranquility
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Ken Cotter
Term:
4 years
Method:
Elected
Level:
County
Oath Administered By:
Circuit Court Judge
Role Overview
In St. Joseph County, prosecutes crimes, advises law enforcement, presents cases in court, and seeks justice for victims.
Constitutional Mandate:
Upholds justice (U.S. Const. Amend. V; Ind. Const. Art. 1, Sec. 12).
Key Competencies:
Legal expertise, ethical judgment, and public safety focus.
Potential Weaknesses:
Wrongful prosecution or failure to prosecute, which undermines justice and public safety.
I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of County Prosecutor to the best of my ability. So help me God.
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