NCJ Number
128488
Date Published
1988
Length
194 pages
Annotation
This manual describes the "D.A.'s Assistant," an automated prosecutor's management support system and provides manuals to guide the management and use of the system.
Abstract
The D.A.'s Assistant automates data collection and maintenance of case management activities in prosecutors' offices from the screening process through disposition and sentence expiration. It performs all the functions required for effective case management. Cases can be opened, screened, then discharged or prosecuted. Information can be added to existing cases as it becomes available. The operator can also update and delete information. A display-case option allows the operator to review but not change case information. Case information can be retrieved by searching for case number, case title, or a person's name or Social Security number. Reports can be generated on demand. Information for documents, such as subpoenas and complaints, can be generated and then merged with forms in a word processor to produce documents that include local statutory language. Also included is a utilities option that allows the system administrator to maintain the program and its database. The system is designed for small and medium-sized prosecutorial offices. User's and administrator's manuals are provided along with technical specifications and a test plan.