Students assigned to District Attorneys Office in the 16th Circuit work with Assistant District Attorneys and staff as they investigate, prepare, charge, and prosecute felony criminal cases. Third year students assigned as prosecutor externs can be sworn in as limited practice students and often have the opportunity to appear and speak in court. Additionally, unique to Mississippi, and when appropriate, students may also participate in the grand jury charging process. Students should expect to learn how to put a case together, provide discovery, charge, negotiate, and try criminal cases. Students assigned to the 16th Circuit District Attorney, typically work out of the Columbus and or Starkville office, but also have the opportunity to travel to courthouses in the seven counties encompassing the 16th Circuit.
Academics
District Attorney – 16th Circuit
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