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The Enforcement Division is supervised by the Enforcement Division Supervisor, who may also use the title of City Prosecutor, and shall:

(1) Prepare civil and criminal charges and complaints against, and appear in the appropriate Court or administrative proceedings in the prosecution or enforcement of, every person charged with the violation of a City ordinance or a state law which city attorneys have the authority to enforce.

(2) Exercise, as directed and delegated by the City Attorney, all prosecutorial powers conferred upon city attorneys by state law.

(3) Serve as legal advisor to the City departments and divisions delegated the responsibility to enforce violations of the law, including the Police Department, the Fire Department, the Ordinance Enforcement Division, and the Business Licensing Division.

(4) Bring actions to collect fines, penalties imposed, and unpaid debts to the City and the Housing Authority.

(5) Oversee the Victim Services Office, which is supervised by the Victim Services Administrator and which shall:

a. Inform victims of their rights under the law.

b. Contact victims of crime to provide resources, information, and support and encouragement throughout the judicial process.

c. Assist victims in obtaining protective orders.

d. Attend court with victims or for victims to advocate for them during court hearings.

(6) Oversee the service of legal process, investigations and any other positions deemed necessary by the City Attorney to carry out the powers and responsibilities outlined in this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 99-42 Repealed & Replaced 07/02/1999; Ord. No. 00-57 Amended 10/17/2000)