What is a prosecutor role?

(b) The primary duty of the prosecutor is to seek justice within the bounds of the law, not merely to convict. The prosecutor’s office should be available to assist community efforts addressing problems that lead to, or result from, criminal activity or perceived flaws in the criminal justice system.

What is a prosecutor in the Philippines?

The public prosecutor in the Philippines is actively involved in the investigation of crimes and can commence an investigation upon receiving a report from a law- enforcement agency or a private party. Once given permission, a private law practitioner can act either as lead prosecutor or assistant prosecutor.

Why do we need prosecutors?

Prosecutors are the gatekeepers of the criminal legal system. They decide whether to prosecute and what to charge. Their harsh and discriminatory practices have fueled a vast expansion of incarceration as the answer to societal ills over the last several decades.

Why is the prosecutor so powerful?

Prosecutors are the most powerful officials in the American criminal justice system. The decisions they make, particularly the charging and plea-bargaining decisions, control the operation of the system and often predetermine the outcome of criminal cases.

Who is responsible for prosecuting a criminal case?

When investigating or prosecuting a criminal matter, the prosecutor does not represent law enforcement personnel who have worked on the matter and such law enforcement personnel are not the prosecutor’s clients. The public’s interests and views should be determined by the chief prosecutor and designated assistants in the jurisdiction.

What do you need to know about being a prosecuting attorney?

Prosecuting attorneys must follow cases through each stage of the judicial process and communicate with all involved parties. At times, this requires coordination with additional attorneys, the police, and other professionals. Prosecuting attorneys, like all lawyers, need to obtain bachelor’s degrees, complete law school, and pass the bar exam.

Is the guidance to prosecutors subject to law?

The guidance is subject to legal precedent, court orders, and local rules. It provides prospective guidance only and is not intended to have the force of law or to create or confer any rights, privileges, or benefits. See United States v.

Can a prosecutor serve in a minor supporting role?

These Standards may not be applicable to a prosecutor serving in a minor supporting role to an investigation undertaken and directed by law enforcement agents. (a) These Standards address the investigative stage of the criminal justice process.