Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office Truancy Prevention Program

The Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office serves the public interest through fair and honest administration of justice by exercising responsibilities to: prosecute criminal violations in Montgomery County; educate the public on criminal-justice issues; train lawyers for future service; address inequality and promote fairness in the criminal justice system; ensure access to the criminal justice system; promote professional relations with judges and attorneys; and further the efficient use of criminal-justice resources. The Truancy Prevention Program is an undertaking of the State's Attorney's Office Community Outreach Unit, to keep children in school and out of court.