That sufficient 'probable cause' exists to support the arrest and charges of the perpetrator.
Sufficient evidence for conviction
"Refer to prosecutor" usually means that the police will refer the criminal or crime to the prosecutor for possible prosecution.
The prosecutor makes the first opening statement. The defense follows with its opening statement after the prosecution states its case.
"Beyond a reasonable doubt" in a criminal case, "A preponderance of the evidence" in a civil case. The advocate of a case always has the burden of proof - the prosecutor in a criminal case, the plaintiff in a civil case.
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As a private individual you cannot 'file' criminal charges against anyone. You can attempt to bring the facts to the attention of the prosecutor's superiors - if you can present enough proof, perhaps they will institute a charge of perjury. HOWEVER you can file a civil suit against the prosecutor for false or malicious prosecution.
Sentencing is last step in a criminal prosecution if the defendant is found guilty.
"The State" functions as the prosecutor in a criminal case.
The answer to your question would be the Prosecutor.
Great question! Criminal prosecution means carrying a legal action in court who is being accused. ~Nei-Mio
It depends on what kind of case it is. In a criminal case the parties are called prosecutor and defendant; in a civil case they are the plaintiff and the defendant; and in family law they are the petitioner and respondent.
The state or prosecutor bears the burden of proof. You are legally innocent until proven guilty.
The prosecution