Meaning Of The Word Prosecuting attorney

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What's The Definition Of Prosecuting attorney?

prosecuting attorney in American English
a public official, as a district attorney, who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the State or people
noun: the public officer in a county, district, or other jurisdiction charged with carrying on the prosecution in criminal proceedings

prosecuting attorney in British English
abbreviation: prosecuting attorney
noun: (in some states) an officer in a judicial district appointed to conduct criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state and people

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