Mission Statement

The mission of the Collin County District Attorney’s Office is to vigorously and effectively represent the State of Texas as administrators of justice and advocates for the rule of law. In furtherance of this mission, the District Attorney seeks to employ individuals of the highest integrity, skill and courage who are committed to professional excellence, fairness to the accused, candor with and respect for the court and opposing counsel, compassion and respect for victims and witnesses, and the attainment of justice.

The Collin County District Attorney’s Office is committed to the proper allocation of all of its resources, to provide a common-sense criminal justice system, and to make Collin County a safer place to live.

Goals and General Policies

The ultimate goal for the Collin County District Attorney’s Office is to become and be recognized as one of the premier law enforcement and prosecution organizations in the United States. The achievement of this goal requires the highest level of integrity, professionalism, competence and dedication on the part of each and every employee of the office, from the receptionist to the District Attorney. All employees are judged by this standard.

It is the policy of the District Attorney’s Office to win its cases and to do so by every fair and lawful means available and in reliance on the high standards of its prosecutors, investigators, and other staff.

It is the policy of the District Attorney’s Office to train each employee to the highest possible level of competence and skill and to expect all employees to maintain and increase their competence and skill throughout their period of employment. The office provides the means and opportunity for all employees to realize their full potential in this regard.

It is the policy of the District Attorney’s Office to strive to create an atmosphere that all staff members find friendly and supportive and in which all employees are fairly treated in all matters affecting their jobs.

It is the policy of the Collin County District Attorney’s Office to encourage all employees to pursue membership and leadership positions in professional organizations and in the statewide and national criminal prosecution communities and to participate in community activities that do not conflict with or bring discredit to the mission and goals of the office or to the District Attorney.