Scott was arrested for the crimes of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Scott was previously convicted of burglary, theft, assault, and several drug offenses. He previously served a 1-year prison sentence for the burglary conviction. Scott was only out of prison 4 months before he was arrested on these new charges. Prior to his first prison sentence, Scott was on probation for his theft, assault, and drug charges. Who will be responsible for enforcing the criminal law by trying to obtain a conviction against Scott for the crime of aggravated assault?
A) the prosecutor
B) the judge
C) the probation officer
D) the jury
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