Who We Are
The Conference was established by the General Assembly “…to assist in improving the administration of justice in North Carolina by coordinating the prosecution efforts of the various district attorneys.” The primary objective of the Conference is to provide crucial support to prosecutors in the discharge of their duties. To accomplish this, the Conference extends a range of valuable resources and guidance, including Professional Development, Publications, and Research Assistance. These resources enable prosecutors to uphold justice for North Carolina’s citizens in an effective and efficient manner.
2026 NCDAA Fall Association Meeting Details
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Victim Rights
If you have experienced any sort of crime, the legal system may seem overwhelming due to its complex processes, legal jargon, and professionals. But, you have rights as a victim that must be respected. To gain knowledge about your rights and access vital information, please explore the Victims Tab and other resources available to you. You can rest assured that you have the ability to take action and make sure your rights are upheld.
Upcoming Trainings
2026 NCDAA Fall Association Meeting
- October 7, 2026 – October 9, 2026
- Concord, NC
The NC District Attorneys Association (NCDAA) meeting is a statewide training program devoted exclusively for prosecutors to provide 12 hours of continuing legal education credit, typically including 2 hours of Ethics,1 hour of Technology,1 hour of Professional Wellbeing, and 8 hours of General credit. The NCDAA calls upon the collective skills of the State’s top criminal law experts, guest speakers, experienced prosecutors, and others with the required depth of knowledge to provide a comprehensive continuing legal education program.
Administrative Assistants and Investigators Meeting
This meeting is designed specifically for Administrative Assistants in the District Attorney offices. The focus will be on exploring effective management styles and the essential administrative duties required to support a well-functioning and successful prosecutor’s office.
What You Do Matters October 2026
Using historical images and other records from the Holocaust, this course engages law enforcement professionals in a dialogue about their critical role in today’s communities and the importance of core values and personal responsibility in ensuring the integrity and vibrancy of democracy. Starting with personal reflections and then working through the examination of the legal and political framework of Nazi Germany, this program concludes with consideration of how “What You Do Matters” every day.
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View All TrainingsAshlie Shanley
Cabarrus
Ashlie Shanley is the District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 25, which encompasses Cabarrus County, North Carolina. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from North Carolina State University. She then earned her Juris Doctor from Campbell University in 1996.
District Attorney Ashlie Shanley has been serving as an Assistant District Attorney in District 25 since 1996. During her time, she prosecuted homicides and sexual assaults involving women and children, facilitated the county’s human trafficking task force, and was the Lead Prosecutor for the Safe Haven Special Victims Unit at the Cabarrus County District Attorney’s Office. She also provided training for law enforcement, prosecutors, mental health providers, medical professionals, and social workers throughout North Carolina.
Throughout her career, District Attorney Ashlie Shanley has built strong coalitions with law enforcement, schools, social workers, mental health agencies, and hospitals to foster community collaboration. She is actively involved in her community, serving as a member of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council in Cabarrus County since 2022, the Healthy Cabarrus Executive Committee, and facilitates the Discovering Law Program for Rising 9th – 12th grade students at Cabarrus County Schools.
District Attorney Ashlie Shanley also served as the Chair of the NDAA and as a member of the RILA Retail Crime Advisory Board, where she works to combat retail crime. Her previous roles include President of the Board of Directors for the Children’s Advocacy Centers of North Carolina, facilitating the Cabarrus County Human Trafficking Task Force, and coordinating the Cabarrus Violent Offender program.
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