State Attorney's Office

Welcome to the State Attorney's Office
for the Fourth Judicial Circuit

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The Florida Constitution vests the State Attorney with the sole and sound discretion to conduct grand jury proceedings, perform criminal intake, and prosecute crimes committed against the people of the State of Florida.

Your State Attorney
Harry L. Shorstein - making a difference

About the Office
A brief overview

Filing Charges
What you should do if you're a victim

Prosecuting Criminals
The units and lawyers on duty

Juvenile Crime

Alternatives to Court

Diversion Programs are an alternative to Court - more about them
Adult Diversion Programs - a list and description of available programs
PTR - Pretrial Restitution (Worthless Checks)
CDS - Citizens Dispute Settlement
CMP - Consumer Mediation Program
Juvenile Diversion and Intervention Programs

Legal Terms
A list of legal terms you may encounter

Career Opportunities
How to start your career with the State Attorney's Office

Employee Information
Insurance and Benefits

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