David M. Hoovler

About David M. Hoovler: Proven Experience

David M. Hoovler has a record defined by public safety, accountability, and professional leadership. He brings a unique blend of experience from local law enforcement, federal prosecution, and county governance to the office.

Career and Qualifications

District Attorney Hoovler’s extensive background gives him unparalleled insight into every level of the justice system:

• Former Police Detective: His career began on the front lines as a police detective, providing him with a critical, street-level understanding of criminal investigations and community safety needs.
• Federal Trial Attorney: He served as a Trial Attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice, handling complex litigation and developing advanced prosecutorial strategies.
• Assistant District Attorney (ADA): Hoovler previously served as an ADA, gaining deep knowledge of the specific challenges facing the Orange County court system.
• Office Management: He currently oversees an office of 52 Assistant District Attorneys, 22 Investigators, and 19 Support Staff, leading one of the most effective and proactive DA offices in the region.
• Statewide Leadership: He has served as President of the District Attorneys Association of New York Board of Directors and is a former member of the New York Prosecutors Training Institute Board of Directors, influencing criminal justice policy statewide.

Commitment to Community

Beyond his legal career, David Hoovler has a long history of community and municipal service in Orange County:

• Local Government: As Deputy Supervisor in the Town of Deerpark, he was instrumental in drafting long-term financial plans for greater stability and assisted in creating an emergency management response law, making the town a model for New York State.
• Public Speaking & Training: He is a recognized speaker at the annual Association of Towns of the State of New York Winter Municipal Training Conference, covering subjects like emergency preparedness and FEMA reimbursement.
• Youth Engagement: He is a graduate and Hall of Fame inductee of Leadership Orange. He also volunteers for Port Jervis High School’s anti-bullying campaign, focusing on mentoring young people and earning state recognition for his efforts.

Education

• Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University: Graduated Summa Cum Laude.
  • Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University Law Review
  • Dean Charles H. King scholarship recipient awarded for academic excellence
• University of Maryland: Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

District Attorney Hoovler resides in the Town of Deerpark with his wife, with whom he shares three grown children.