The prosecutor
Example: Prosecutor represents state in criminal cases
Definition
"The prosecutor" is a legal professional responsible for presenting the case against an accused individual in criminal trials, representing the state or government to ensure justice is served by proving the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Etymology
The term "the prosecutor" originates from the Latin word 'procurare,' meaning 'to take care of' or 'to manage.' Over time, it evolved to refer specifically to one who carries out legal proceedings against someone accused of a crime, acting on behalf of public interest.
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"The prosecutor" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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