DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Telephone: (607) 776-9631 Ext. 2270 John C. Tunney |
| The District Attorney is elected pursuant to the New York State Constitution for a term of four years. He appoints Assistant District Attorneys, paralegal assistants, secretarial and clerical assistants. The District Attorney prosecutes all offenses recognized by the courts of the County. He must also: advise and assist police in any case in which they seek his help; prepare information requested by the police; appear in court for preliminary hearings; present cases to the Grand Jury; try cases when a trial is demanded; handle appeals from criminal proceedings in any court; advise town and village justices. Assistant District Attorneys may prosecute cases and perform any of the duties of the District Attorney, at his direction or when he is unable to act. The secretarial staff: makes required reports to the Secretary of State; keeps the District Attorney's records. |