# Prosecutor

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDWrlAT5y1sm1PdlKJzlEwj

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** District Attorney

**Alternative Labels:**

- DA
- State's Attorney

**Translations:**

- en-ca: Crown Prosecutor
- en-gb: Crown Prosecutor

## Definition

A prosecutor is a legal professional responsible for representing the government in criminal cases by presenting evidence, building a case against the defendant, and seeking their conviction. Prosecutors also have a duty to ensure that justice is served and that defendants' rights are upheld throughout the legal process.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RcTA2iQmrtqOnX3WrjJIp8

**Deprecated:** False