“Prosecution”
This page shows official legal definitions of “Prosecution” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
Australia
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The party presenting evidence against the person accused of committing a crime.
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United States
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Agency responsible for initiating proceedings in a criminal case by making affidavit charging a named person with the commission of a criminal offense. Takes charge of the case and performs function of trial lawyer for the public.
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