"Prosecution is one of the core functions of government in a civil society. Without the rule of law, nothing else can flourish. A prosecutor is one of the cornerstones of the criminal justice system which establishes the rule of law because he is charged with the administration of justice; that is, of giving to each accused person and victim of a crime that which is due. In pursuing this lofty goal, we hope to help both victims of crime and those caught in self-destructive patterns, to reinforce faith in the institutions of law enforcement and government, and to keep your family and mine safe, healthy, and happy!"

-Cass County Prosecutor Noah Schafer

The Prosecuting Attorney for the 29th Judicial Circuit represents the State of Indiana in court, including:

• All Adult and Juvenile Criminal Cases
• Grand Jury Proceedings
• Handles child support issues, bad checks, and citizen complaints
• Charges defendants
• Oversees plea agreement policy
• Trains police departments on various laws and how they affect law enforcement
• Establishes procedures for obtaining prosecution