A government lawyer who charges and tries individuals accused of crimes on behalf of the state.
What prosecutors do
Prosecutors review police investigations, decide what charges to file, negotiate plea agreements, present evidence to grand juries, and try cases before judges and juries. They have wide discretion in charging and sentencing recommendations and bear the burden of proving guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
Training path
US prosecutors are licensed attorneys hired by district attorney offices at the local level, state attorneys general, or U.S. Attorneys at the federal level. Many start as line prosecutors handling misdemeanors before advancing to felony, homicide, or specialized units.
Practice areas
Prosecutor offices have specialized units for homicide, sex crimes, narcotics, white-collar fraud, gangs, domestic violence, and appeals. Federal prosecutors handle drug trafficking, organized crime, civil rights, and national security cases.
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