Office of the Ulster County District Attorney

Emmanuel C. Nneji

Ulster County Courthouse
275 Wall Street
Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: 845-340-3280
Fax: 845-340-3185
E-mail: ucda[at]co.ulster.ny[dot]us


Our Duty

The District Attorney is an independently elected public official whose powers and duties are set forth in § 700 of the County Law. The District Attorney has the sole responsibility for the prosecution of all crimes and offenses which occur within Ulster County. The District Attorney's Office partners with local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies with a common goal to promote public safety and protect the people and property in our community.

The District Attorney is Ulster County's chief law enforcement officer. The duties of this office include, but are not limited to:

  • Prosecutor
  • Community Educator
  • Victims Advocate
  • Aide in Improving Criminal Justice Legislation
  • Advisor to Police Agencies
  • Investigator