It is the mission of the Office of the District Attorney of Stanislaus County to vigorously and effectively seek justice by providing exemplary legal services and by treating all people in a professional, ethical, honest, courteous and respectful manner. In furtherance of this Mission, the Office of the District Attorney seeks to employ individuals of the highest integrity, skill and courage, who show compassion and respect for victims and witnesses, and who are committed to professional excellence, fairness to the accused, candor with the court and opposing counsel, and most important, the attainment of justice.

The Office of the District Attorney endeavors to collaborate with other law enforcement and justice agencies to ensure public safety, with a special emphasis on the prevention of serious and violent crimes; to make legally appropriate cost-effective use of alternative punishment and rehabilitation options; and to promote fiscal responsibility and administrative efficiency in all operations of the Office of the District Attorney.

Above all, the Office of the District Attorney is dedicated to keeping Stanislaus County a safe community.