Attorney's Office

Nineteen attorneys, twenty-one support personnel, and one risk manager staff the Scott County Attorney's Office.

The office:

  • Prosecutes all indictable crimes such as murder, theft, kidnapping, robbery, burglary, sexual abuse, assault, arson, operating while intoxicated and many others.
  • Prosecutes non-indictable offenses such as traffic violations, simple assaults and thefts.
  • Represents the state in juvenile court including delinquency proceedings and children in need of assistance actions.
  • Represents the county in civil legal matters such as lawsuits and workers compensation claims.
  • Counsels and advises the elected officials and departments.
  • Advises the police twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week and provides legal training to law enforcement and other agencies.

We take pride in representing the people of Scott County in a professional and competent manner.

Features

U.S. Flags adorn Allens Grove Cemetery, Scott County.
Monday, May 29, 2023

Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Monday, May 29, 2023 in observation of Memorial Day. Additionally, the General Store is closed Saturday.

Visit the Scott County Veterans Memorial of those from Scott County who made the supreme sacrifice.

Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

County Attorney (Full-time) $36.32 to $50.06 per hour plus benefits.

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 11, 2023, 4:30pm Central Time. (13 days remain)