District Attorney
Billy Byrd, District Attorney
Serving citizens of Upshur County since 2007
Location:
Upshur County Justice Center
Mailing Address:
- 405 North Titus
Gilmer, TX 75644
Office Hours:
8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday
Phone:
903-843-5513
Fax:
903-843-3661
Responsibilities:
The District Attorney’s office represents the state in all criminal cases
in district, county and justice courts. Responsibilities include screening
of cases, representing the state in cases before grand juries, prosecuting
cases in all criminal courts in the county, investigating special white
collar and economic crimes, advising police and citizens on criminal
matters, and performing special services in matters such as non-support,
worthless check, welfare fraud, and consumer fraud cases. The District
Attorney is elected by the qualified voters to a four-year term.
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