The City Attorney's Office has two sections,
 the Criminal Division and the Civil Division.
City Attorney: 928-453-4144    City Prosecutor: 928-854-4388

Civil:
The Civil Division provides legal counsel and advice to the City Council, staff, boards, and commissions. As required by the provisions of the city code, the City Attorney drafts or reviews all contracts, agreements, resolutions, and ordinances under consideration by the City Council to ensure that they adequately protect the legal interests of the City. Other responsibilities include protection of the City's existing and future water supplies, identification and acquisition of additional water supplies as needed, and coordination of the City's representation in legal proceedings.

Criminal:
The Criminal Division is responsible for prosecuting all misdemeanor criminal offenses that occur within the city limits, violations of the city code and all appeals from the Municipal Court to the Superior Court. The prosecutor also acts as legal advisor to the Police Department.

The Criminal Division also has Victim Assistance Program to provide advocacy for misdemeanor crime victims. Victims of misdemeanor crimes that occur within Lake Havasu City limits are provided with victim's rights information by the Police Department and forwarded to the prosecutor. If you believe you are a victim of a misdemeanor crime being prosecuted by the City Prosecutor, and your address as listed on the police report is incorrect, or you have moved, or someone at the address might intercept your mail, please contact the office and let us know. 

Advocates are available to explain the judicial system, act as a link between the prosecutor and the victim, give case information, make referrals for social services, provide transportation to court, and escort victims while they testify or appear at hearings and assist in obtaining Orders of Protection or Injunctions against Harassment.

Referral Telephone Numbers*

*The City Attorney's Office cannot provide legal advice and does not represent individuals in private legal matters. Please see the referral list for a list of community resources.