Susan K. Treadaway
District Attorney
Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit
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ABOUT US
Mission Statement
To seek justice, act with integrity, and work with our partner agencies to protect the citizens of Cherokee County and the State of Georgia.
guiding principles
We will:
- Treat all people with dignity, respect, honesty and fairness
- Cooperate with all groups and organizations with whom we interact
- Hold all persons responsible for their actions
- Provide ethical, competent and professional service
- Treat each other fairly and courteously
- Endeavor to make our office a rewarding, challenging, and enjoyable place to work
DUTIES OF THE OFFICE
The duties of the Office of the District Attorney are established by the Georgia Constitution and laws as codified in O.C.G.A §15-18-6.
Primary duties are to prosecute felony offenders, protect victims and witnesses of crime, serve Cherokee County citizens, and ensure justice is properly served. We carry out these duties and functions in the most efficient and effective manner possible.
The office consists of a team of prosecuting attorneys, investigators, victim advocates, and support personnel. Divisions and units within the office include: Accountability Courts, Appellate Division, Domestic Violence Unit, Gang & Organized Crime Unit, General Trial Division, Juvenile Division, Pre-Trial Diversion, Special Victims Unit, and Victim Services.