Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
district-attorney
noun
/ˈdɪs.trɪkt əˈtɔːr.ni/
Definition
The district attorney is a public official who represents the government in the prosecution of criminal offenses within a specific district.
Examples
- The district attorney announced new charges against the suspect.
- She worked as a district attorney for over a decade before becoming a judge.
Meaning
A district attorney (DA) is responsible for overseeing legal proceedings related to criminal cases in their jurisdiction, including deciding whether to file charges, conducting trials, and plea negotiations.
Synonyms
- prosecutor
- DA
- state attorney
