criminal prosecution

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criminal prosecution

A prosecutor presents evidence during a criminal prosecution.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior: This refers to the formal legal process initiated by the state (through a prosecutor) against an individual or entity accused of committing a crime. It encompasses the entire course of action from charging the defendant through to a potential trial and verdict.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The evidence was strong enough to initiate a criminal prosecution.
    • The criminal prosecution for fraud took over two years to conclude.
    • He faced criminal prosecution for his alleged role in the conspiracy.
Advanced Usage
  • "to bring a criminal prosecution against someone": To formally initiate legal proceedings against a person for a criminal offense.

    • The district attorney decided to bring a criminal prosecution against the corporation for environmental violations.
  • "to be immune from criminal prosecution": To be legally protected from being subjected to criminal legal proceedings.

    • Diplomats often enjoy immunity from criminal prosecution in their host countries.
Variants and Related Words
  • Prosecute (verb): To institute and conduct legal proceedings against someone.

    • The state will prosecute the case vigorously.
  • Prosecutor (noun): A legal official who conducts criminal proceedings on behalf of the state.

    • The prosecutor presented the case to the jury.
  • Prosecutorial (adjective): Relating to the role or conduct of a prosecutor.

    • The decision was based on prosecutorial discretion.
Synonyms
  • Legal proceedings: The process of using the legal system to resolve a dispute or enforce a law.
  • Criminal proceedings: A more general term synonymous with criminal prosecution.
  • Trial (in context): The judicial examination of issues in a case, which is a key part of prosecution.
Related Phrases
  • Prosecution case: The body of evidence and arguments presented by the prosecution.

    • The strength of the prosecution case will determine the outcome.
  • Witness for the prosecution: A person who testifies in court on behalf of the prosecution.

    • The key witness for the prosecution provided crucial testimony.
criminal prosecution

A prosecutor presents evidence during a criminal prosecution.

Noun
  1. the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior

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