| Association of Prosecuting Attorneys | |
| Size: | 250px |
| Map: | United States in its region.svg |
| Tax Id: | 26-3117485 |
| Type: | Legal society |
| Headquarters: | 11 DuPont Cir NW, Suite 501, Washington, D.C. |
| Location: | United States |
| Leader Title: | Chairperson |
| Leader Name: | Jean Peters Baker |
| Key People: | David LaBahn, President and CEO |
The Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA), founded in 2009, is a professional association of elected and appointed prosecutors in the United States. The APA's headquarters are in Washington, D.C.[1]
The APA's defined objectives are to support prosecutors and enhance their ability to perform their duties.[2]
The association's self-stated mission is also "to support and enhance the effectiveness of those in all areas of criminal justice and crime victim organizations in their efforts to create safer communities."[3]
The APA is a registered national nonprofit organization that was founded in 2009.[4]
The APA oversees various programs to support the work of prosecutors in areas such as crime victim assistance, cruelty to animals, animal fighting, national security, gun violence, pre-trial services, juvenile justice, and domestic violence. The association provides training, technical assistance, and access to technology that aide in various prosecutorial functions.[5] [6]
Additionally, the association serves as an advocate for prosecutors in public policy matters; the APA also has potential partnerships with other justice organizations.
The APA has taken notable public stances on matters such as discovery, castle doctrine,[7] gun violence, juvenile justice,[8] pretrial process, continuous alcohol monitoring, and animal cruelty crimes.[9]
The APA is governed by a board of directors and managed by a president and chief executive officer (CEO).[10] [11]
The current chairperson of the board is Jean Peters Baker, Jackson County, Missouri district attorney. The current president and CEO is David LaBahn.