Synonyms

public prosecutor

American

noun

an officer charged with the conduct of criminal prosecution in the interest of the public.

public prosecutor British

noun

law an official in charge of prosecuting important cases

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Public prosecutor Dominique Sié had asked the court to impose a 12-year term on Dogan, who said he himself had been a victim, "trapped" by Dominique Pelicot.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025

Public prosecutor Judge Raja Hamoush has also filed charges against Mr Salameh's brother Raja and an adviser, according to the National News Agency.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2023

Public prosecutor Ghassan Oweidat, who rejected Judge Tarek Bitar's decision to resume the inquiry, also ordered the release of people detained in connection with the blast.

From Reuters • Jan. 25, 2023

Public prosecutor Manon Ridderbeks made the sentence demand at the end of a three-day presentation of evidence.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2021

Public prosecutor Manon Ridderbeks made the sentence demand on the third day of a presentation of evidence supporting the indictment.

From Washington Times • Dec. 22, 2021

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