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Texas District Attorneys<\/h1>\n
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District attorneys (D.A.s) are officials with the authority to file criminal charges against suspects. These officials do so on behalf of the state. But some states use different terminology. When the D.A. files the "information<\/a>," or a grand jury decides to indict a defendant, the criminal case is set in motion. The case is then scheduled for an arraignment. It’s also important to know that D.A.s have a degree of discretion concerning criminal charges in their district.<\/p>\r\n

This article will help you learn about Texas district attorneys, when to contact them, and how.<\/p>\r\n

When to Contact a Texas District Attorney<\/h2>\r\n

It’s typically not a good idea to pick up the phone and call the D.A. on your own. Your attorney will know when it makes sense to contact the D.A. In most cases, an attorney will make the call on your behalf. The most common reason to contact the D.A. is to work out a plea deal<\/a> before going to trial. These conversations may help your attorney get a better handle on how the prosecution is approaching your case.<\/p>\r\n

It’s important to understand that prosecutors are tasked with getting convictions. So, anything you say or reveal could jeopardize your defense strategy<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Texas Attorney General<\/h2>\r\n

Attorneys General <\/a>(A.G.) are elected officials. They are the chief attorneys of the state, and they represent Texas in matters of litigation. The A.G.’s office also does the following:<\/p>\r\n