prosecuting attorney

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His 1913 trial led to his conviction despite shoddy evidence and the manipulations of an ambitious prosecuting attorney, who shamelessly preyed on the prejudices of the jury.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2025

The St. Louis County prosecuting attorney sought to reduce his sentence to life without parole but was ultimately unsuccessful.

From Salon • Oct. 11, 2024

But a prosecuting attorney would never advise a client to waive their right to a trial, even if arbitration is their preference.

From Slate • Oct. 7, 2024

Also concerned about the DNA, the local prosecuting attorney, Wesley Bell, requested a hearing.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2024

The prosecuting attorney must have sent this, I reasoned.

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry