Matagorda County Texas

What is a County Attorney?

• Represents the state in prosecuting misdemeanor criminal cases.
• Works with law enforcement officers in the investigation of criminal cases.
• Provides legal advice to the Commissioners Court and to other elected officials.
• Brings civil enforcement actions on behalf of the state or county.
• Represents victims of family violence in protective order proceedings.
• Represents Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in child abuse and neglect cases.
• Represents the state in applications and petitions for mental health commitments.

Visit the Texas District & County Attorneys Association website to learn more.