Assistant Commonwealths Attorney - Domestic Violence Prosecutor

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Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney - Domestic Violence Prosecutor
The candidate will working within the Lynchburg Domestic and Sexual Violence Prosecution Unit will assist the team in prosecuting domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking cases within the City of Lynchburg. Will focus primarily on misdemeanor cases, giving them an opportunity to develop specialized skills in the area of prosecuting domestic and dating violence. Review case files to determine the witnesses necessary for all court hearings, assuring that all required witnesses are subpoenaed to appear. Conduct bond hearings for incarcerated defendants, making recommendations to the court regarding appropriate bond amounts and conditions necessary to ensure victim and community safety. Determine whether additional investigation is necessary and refer matters to the Community Safety Investigator and/or police department for further information and investigation. In conjunction with the Lynchburg Victim/Witness Program, meet with victims to gather information, perform risk/safety assessments, construct safety plans, assess the need for additional services and referrals, discuss the court process and discuss potential dispositions of the case. Conduct appropriate legal research for assigned cases and prepare memoranda of law when necessary. Provide program partners with periodic updates on the law regarding domestic and intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, and protective orders. Make determinations regarding appropriate disposition of charges, including plea agreements, taking into consideration the severity of the offense, the vulnerability of the victim, the safety of the victim and his/her capacity to testify, the strength of the case, the relationship history between the parties, and the offender’s prior court involvement. Track and review deferred dispositions of Assault & Battery of a Family/Household Member on a regular basis to ensure offender compliance. Notify the court and request revocation proceedings when an offender has violated the conditions of any deferred disposition. Appropriately represent the Commonwealth Attorney’s office in participating in a community response to the issues of domestic and intimate partner violence, stalking and sexual assault, to include active participation in the Coalition Against Domestic Violence for the 24th Judicial District, and the Lynchburg Domestic Abuse Response Team and obtain relevant training opportunities in order to strengthen and enhance prosecution skills; and, Perform any other responsibilities or special assignments as designated by the Commonwealth’s Attorney. Assist in the development of policies, educational programs, and training for partner organizations that serve to improve coordination and handling of cases involving domestic and intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

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