State's Attorney

Birch P. Burdick
State's Attorney

The State's Attorney is an elected official in Cass County. He is responsible for prosecuting all criminal matters, as well as juvenile delinquencies, child deprivations and parental termination; providing legal service to county departments; representing petitioners in mental health commitments; administration and policy functions of the State's Attorney’s office; and provide guidance and training to law enforcement agencies within Cass County.