Occupation
Crown prosecutor
Conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state rather than a private client. The role combines file assessment, disclosure duties, and courtroom advocacy, and carries an obligation to act fairly rather than simply to win.
Also known as: Public prosecutor · Crown attorney · Crown counsel · District attorney
Occupation content
Part of Law, compliance and justice
What the work involves
- Review police files and evidence to decide whether a charge should proceed
- Disclose relevant material to defence counsel as the rules require
- Interview witnesses and prepare them for giving evidence
- Present the state's case at bail hearings, trials, and sentencing
- Discuss resolutions and diversion options with defence counsel
- Keep victims and investigating officers informed about a file's progress
How people commonly enter
- Law degree and admission to practise, followed by recruitment into a public prosecution service
- Criminal defence or general litigation practice before moving across to prosecution work
- Government legal graduate or junior counsel program, where one is offered
Typical training: Postgraduate or professional degree
Licensing: Regulated in most jurisdictions — confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
Pathways: Common in public service
Typical work context
Public facing · High responsibility · Fast paced · Desk based
Related interests
Investigative (analytical) · Enterprising (leading) · Social (helping)
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