Prosecuting Attorney (Noun)
Meaning
A government official who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The prosecuting attorney was responsible for presenting the case against the defendant in court.
- As the chief prosecuting attorney, she oversaw all felony cases in the county.
- The new prosecuting attorney had a reputation for being tough on crime and won a high percentage of her cases.
- The role of the prosecuting attorney is to represent the state in criminal cases and ensure justice is served.
- The prosecuting attorney worked closely with the police department to build a strong case against the suspect.