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County attorney's office, victims caseload and new judgeship noted as budget pressures
Summary
Speakers highlighted that the county attorney's office handles roughly 2,500 victims a year, and said a newly approved judgeship at the state level will require more prosecutors, defense attorneys and bailiffs — a staffing and budget impact for the county.
Commissioner Iverson praised newly seated County Attorney Jerry Yeager and said the office has had an increased workload tied to high-profile cases and victim services. "They deal with over 2,500 victims every year," Iverson said, and he noted the state legislature recently approved an additional judgeship to serve local caseloads.
Iverson said the judgeship will affect county budgets because the office will need more prosecutors, defense attorneys and courtroom staff; he described investments in training and hiring that the county attorney's office has undertaken to meet rising demand but said additional resources will be required.
