Acting Jefferson County district attorney warns staffing shortages limit civil-commitment work

Mar 19, 2025

Acting Jefferson County District Attorney Steve told commissioners the office is short-staffed and may have to stop performing civil-commitment duties unless additional deputy district attorneys are hired; the board discussed recruitment challenges and possible salary adjustments.

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Acting Jefferson County District Attorney Steve delivered the office’s annual update at the March 19 Board of Commissioners meeting in Madras, saying the office remains short-handed and that staffing levels are constraining some duties.

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