Prosecutor
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-003983
A legal officer who conducts criminal proceedings on behalf of the state or federal government, representing the public interest. Their duties include investigating alleged crimes, deciding whether to file charges, and presenting the government's case in court. Prosecutors operate within a framework of ethical and legal obligations.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-003983 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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