Prosectution & Civil Litigation
Safe
City Attorney's Office
FY2023 Budget
Program Budget Overview
Overview of Program & Intended Outcomes:
Defends the city in civil litigation matters and challenges the actions of other persons and entities when those actions are contrary to the city's interests. Prosecuting violations of the Boulder Municipal Code is also a primary duty of this workgroup, as well as working closely with enforcement and other city staff to implement and enhance the city’s enforcement strategies.
Key 2023 Activities:
• Defend all litigation brought against the City
• Divert 10% additional quality of life cases filed against people experiencing homelessness compared to 2022. This diversion would reward individuals for taking positive steps such as obtaining necessary legal documents, mental health treatment, or accessing other stabilizing resources. This is in line with the city’s Housing First philosophy and its racial equity goals since the unhoused population is over-represented by people of color. The prosecution division plans to accomplish this goal through Boulder’s Community Court program and in collaboration with other community partners.