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Published: November 6, 2007
Ada-based DA to end 27-year career
By Julie Bisbee,
ADA — A high profile district attorney who has been featured in television specials and best-selling books has decided to retire after 27 years.

Bill Peterson , district attorney for the 22nd district that includes Pontotoc, Seminole and Hughes counties, said he plans to retire after Jan. 1, his office confirmed Monday morning.

Peterson must submit a letter of resignation to Gov. Brad Henry . The governor wil...

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