Placer County DA's Office accepting citizens academy applications for 2022

The Placer County District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for its 2022 spring citizens academy. "Our 2021 launch proved to be a tremendous success," said Placer County District Attorney Morgan Gire. "The reaction from the community for the academy showed us how eager residents are to learn about what we do. We are excited to offer this resource again in 2022 and meet even more of our residents." The Placer County District Attorney's Citizens Academy is a nine-week program that will offer accelerated courses each week. Placer County citizens will learn about the District Attorney's Office, its role within the criminal justice system and the services that are provided to the community. Scheduled courses will include an overview of the DA's Office, education about the criminal justice process, information on special victim cases, Collaborative Courts and victims services, along with an introduction to the District Attorney Investigations Unit and more. Space is limited and accepted participants will receive notification. Notification will also be made to those who were not accommodated. The course starts March 14 and will be held every Monday from 6-8:30 p.m. through May 9 at the Auburn Justice Center Community Room. Residents can learn more about the program at www.placer.ca.gov/DACitizensAcademy.