Sarah is the responding officer at a domestic violence call. Upon arrival she is informed by the female of the home that her ex-husband has violated a protective order and entered her home. He held a gun to her head and threatened to kill her if she did not allow him to move back into the home with her. There are two children in the home, and the suspect has left the scene. This is the fourth time Sarah has responded to this home in the last two months.
-Although Sarah has a great deal of discretion when on the scene of the crime,once she has filed charges,the _______ will decide whether to prosecute.

Question

Sarah is the responding officer at a domestic violence call. Upon arrival she is informed by the female of the home that her ex-husband has violated a protective order and entered her home. He held a gun to her head and threatened to kill her if she did not allow him to move back into the home with her. There are two children in the home, and the suspect has left the scene. This is the fourth time Sarah has responded to this home in the last two months.
-Although Sarah has a great deal of discretion when on the scene of the crime,once she has filed charges,the _______ will decide whether to prosecute.

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The prosecution is responsible for deciding whether or not to prosecute a case. While the defense may argue against prosecution, it is ultimately the decision of the prosecutor. The judge and jury come into play during the trial, but the decision to prosecute is made before that point.

Sarah Is the Responding Officer at a Domestic Violence Call