Thank you for visiting the new website of the District Attorneys’ Office in Judicial District 29B, which encompasses all of Henderson, Polk and Transylvania Counties, North Carolina. It is the duty of this office to represent the State with integrity and professionalism, while protecting victims and their rights, in the pursuit of justice.
The goal of this site is to make the information and services provided by the District Attorneys’ Office and the criminal justice system available to the public. Please take the time to search each web-page and explore all of the information we have provided you. Should you have any questions, we have also included details on how you may contact our office.
The State of North Carolina provides victims' of crime with certain rights and responsibilities under the law. If you are not sure of your rights or responsibilities you can find answers to your questions and more here.
The District Attorney's office is made up of assistant district attorney's, victim witness legal assistants, and an administrative assistant. You can learn more about the District Attorney's staff and contact information here.
Commonly refers to an attorney for the community elected by the people in his/her district to represent the interests of the general public, including crime victims, in court proceedings against people accused of committing crimes. Other jurisdictions use other terms: prosecutor, U.S. Attorney (a federal prosecutor), solicitor, or state's attorney. You can learn more about your District Attorney here.