Prosecution

Prosecution is the legal process in which a person or entity is charged with a crime by a government authority, such as a public prosecutor or the attorney general. The prosecution represents the state in the case against the accused, with the aim of proving their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Overview

The prosecution is responsible for presenting the case in a criminal trial against an individual accused of breaking the law. This involves gathering and presenting evidence, questioning witnesses, and making arguments to the judge and jury. The prosecution's role is to seek justice, not merely to convict.

Role of the Prosecutor

The prosecutor is a legal representative of the prosecution in countries with either common law or civil law systems. Their role is to prosecute criminal defendants on behalf of the state. In the U.S., the prosecutor is an attorney working for the government, at either the federal or state level.

Prosecution Process

The prosecution process begins with an investigation into a potential crime. This is typically conducted by law enforcement agencies. If there is enough evidence, the case is brought to a prosecutor, who then decides whether to file charges and proceed with a criminal trial.

See Also

• Criminal law
• Defense (legal)
• Legal process
• Criminal justice

References

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