District Attorney–Elect Brett Eby Announces Appointment of Acting District Attorney Jennifer Buckley as Chief Assistant District Attorney

Saratoga County District Attorney–Elect Brett Eby today announced that Acting District Attorney Jennifer Buckley will remain with the office as Chief Assistant District Attorney, bringing with her decades of prosecutorial experience, deep community partnerships, and a proven record of pursuing justice for the county’s most vulnerable victims. 

Buckley, a resident of Saratoga County for more than 40 years, began her service in the District Attorney’s Office on January 5, 2004. Since that time, she has been a leading prosecutor in the Special Victims Unit, concentrating primarily on sex offenses and crimes against children. Her leadership, expertise, and commitment to public safety have made her one of the region’s most respected prosecutors. 

Buckley was appointed Bureau Chief in 2016, first overseeing the Major Crimes Bureau until the fall of 2023. In recognition of her exceptional skill and leadership in prosecuting sensitive and complex cases, she was appointed Special Victims Unit Bureau Chief in 2023. In both roles, she has worked closely with law enforcement and multidisciplinary partners to ensure comprehensive responses to violence, abuse, and exploitation. 

“Jennifer Buckley has dedicated her career to protecting the people of Saratoga County, especially our most vulnerable,” said DA–Elect Eby. “Her experience, judgment, and compassion are unparalleled. I am honored that she has agreed to serve as Chief Assistant District Attorney, and I look forward to working alongside her as we continue the vital mission of this office.” 

Throughout her career, Buckley has prosecuted numerous high-profile and violent felony cases, including child abuse, homicides, and serious sex offenses. Some of her major cases include: 

• People v. Craig Ross: Obtained a conviction and 47-years-to-life sentence for Kidnapping in the First Degree and Predatory Sexual Assault against a Child. 

• People v. Michael Mosher and Jeanne Mosher: Secured convictions on two counts of Predatory Sexual Assault against a Child, with each defendant sentenced to 40- years-to- life. 

• People v. Stephen Lerario: Achieved guilty verdicts at trial for Attempted Murder 2nd and Assault 1st; defendant sentenced to 25 years. 

“I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the people of Saratoga County in this new role,” Buckley said. “It has been my life’s work to seek justice for victims and support the safety and well-being of our community. I look forward to working with DA–Elect Eby and our dedicated staff to advance that mission.”