Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed a new Montgomery County District Attorney to replace Daryl Bailey, who retired on Oct. 16.
Azzie Oliver, who had previously served as chief deputy, now fills the role.
“Ensuring we have a safe Alabama begins with having a safe Capital City, so having our local officials embody that goal is critical. Azzie Oliver has dedicated most of her career to upholding the criminal laws of Alabama and by pursuing justice for the people of Montgomery County, so I am confident she will help us create a safer Montgomery,” said Ivey.
“Azzie has protected victims of crimes and prosecuted criminals, so she has become well respected by many from law enforcement officials to prosecutors. I look forward to working with her as our Capital City’s district attorney.”
Oliver had also served as chief of the Criminal Trials Division in the Office of the Attorney General and was the domestic violence resource prosecutor with the Alabama Office of Prosecution Services previously.
“Throughout her time in the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, Azzie developed a reputation for being tough on crime, as well as a strong advocate for victims and making her community a better place to live and work,” said Attorney General Steve Marshall.
“Nobody is more qualified or prepared for this role than Azzie, and I am fully confident she will do an outstanding job as the Montgomery County District Attorney.”
Oliver's educational background includes Alabama State University and the Jones School of Law.
“I express my deep gratitude to Governor Ivey for placing her trust in me to serve as Montgomery County District Attorney. I consider this appointment a blessing and an honor,” said Oliver.
“I consider the ability to serve our community an honor. I have spent most of my career serving Montgomery County and am committed to leading the office in fighting for victims and making the Capital City safer for all citizens.”
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