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Prosecutors
Definition
Prosectors are lawyers who represent the government and try to prove that people accused of crimes are guilty.
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- chief prosecutors
- prosecutors office
- prosecutors general
- prosecutors argued
- prosecutors decided
- prosecutors presented
- prosecutors filed
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Usage note
Prosecutors are lawyers who represent the state or government in criminal proceedings. The term is often used interchangeably with 'public prosecutor' or 'district attorney' (DA) in the US.
Example sentences
- The prosecutor is trying to prove that the defendant committed the crime.
- The prosecutor asked the witness to describe what he saw.
- The prosecutor is responsible for presenting the case against the defendant.
- The prosecutor argued that the defendant had a motive for the crime.
- The prosecutor cross-examined the witness to try to find inconsistencies in their testimony.
Quotes
The prosecutor's job is to prove that the defendant is guilty, but sometimes the evidence tells a different story.
The prosecutor holds a powerful position in the courtroom, but with that power comes great responsibility.
A good prosecutor is not only a skilled lawyer, but also a master storyteller who can weave together the facts and evidence into a compelling narrative.
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