Asked by Mathan Yogeswaran on May 05, 2024
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A public prosecutor is a(n)
A) individual acting as a trial lawyer who is employed by the government.
B) private attorney hired by the plaintiff.
C) attorney who only tries criminal cases where the criminal act occurred in a public place.
D) None of these choices is correct.
Public Prosecutor
A legal officer who represents the government in prosecuting criminal cases and is responsible for presenting the case against accused persons.
Trial Lawyer
An attorney who specializes in representing clients in legal proceedings before a court of law, particularly in trials.
Criminal Cases
Legal proceedings brought against an individual who is accused of committing a crime, aiming to determine their guilt or innocence.
- Discern the role and function of public prosecutors, public defenders, and attorneys appointed by the judiciary in the criminal justice structure.
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Thu Ngân T??ng Th?May 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Public prosecutors are trial lawyers who represent the government in criminal cases, ensuring that justice is served by prosecuting individuals accused of crimes. They are not private attorneys nor are they limited to cases involving acts in public places.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the role and function of public prosecutors, public defenders, and attorneys appointed by the judiciary in the criminal justice structure.