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Q: Why does the state prosecute?
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Who pays for the state to prosecute?

Taxpayers.


If something is stolen in one state and sold in another where are they convicted?

There are two crimes - possibly three. (1) the theft (2) transporting the property across state lines (3) knowingly disposing of stolen property (fencing). The state that the theft occurred in could prosecute you for that. The state that the items were sold in could prosecute you for that. If the item concerned qualifies under federal law, the feds could prosecute you for taking it across state lines.


Is there a statute of limitations on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge that the state can prosecute?

yes


What is the principle of dual soveriegnty?

It is the principle that both State and Federal Government can simultaneously make laws and prosecute crimes in a State.


Can a 16-year-old go out of state with someone 18 years old in Pennsylvania?

It depends on what state you are from, because if it is illegal in your state than its your state, not his, that would prosecute him.


If the state attorney declins violation of probation what does that mean?

Going STRICTLY by the info given in the question - - it would mean that, for whatever reason, the state is declining to prosecute this particular VOP. The VOP will appear on your record, it just means that they have made the decision not to go ahead and prosecute you.


What is the obligation of a prosecutor?

His mandate is "the quest for justice." He is the "people's prosecutor." His function is to prosecute crimes committed against the "people of the state."


What is the past participle of prosecute?

Prosecuted is the past participle of prosecute.


How do you use the word prosecute in a sentence?

Which lawyer will prosecute the suspect?


What is a sentence with the word Prosecute in?

We have enough evidence to prosecute Mr. Smith for money laundering.===================================================It is a good job that they do not prosecute you for not writing your own sentences.


What does NOLLE PROS mean in court terms?

"Nolle prosequi" is a Latin legal term meaning "to be unwilling to pursue." When a prosecutor decides to nolle prosequi a case, they are indicating that they no longer wish to pursue the charges against the defendant. This may happen for various reasons, such as lack of evidence or a change in circumstances.


Which are the two state in India where the governors granted permission to prosecute the chief minister?

Tamil Nadu and Bihar were the two states. The then Governor of Tamil Nadu M Channa Reddy granted permission to prosecute CM Jayalalitha and in Bihar A R Kidwai the then Governor granted permission to prosecute CM Lalu Prasad Yadav. It was in 1995-96.