The Prosecuting Attorney's Office prosecutes criminal actions in Superior, District and Juvenile Courts. Provides criminal prosecution services for misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses for the cities of Tumwater and Rainier. The Civil Division provides legal advice to county officials and represents the county in civil actions. The Family Support Team handles paternity and child support collection cases. Also, the Prosecutor's Office has Victim Advocates who provide victims with safety planning assistance, system information, referrals, court and pre-trial preparation, support during interviews, and act as liaison between the victim and the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney.