CRIMINAL DEFENSE - Frequently Asked Questions  
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Q. Is it possible to be prosecuted for an attempt to commit a crime?
Q. What is a grand jury?
Q. How is probation different from parole?
Q. What is restitution?
Q. Who is a prosecutor?
Q. How does a prosecutor decide whether to charge an individual with a crime?
Q. What is a white collar crime?
Q. Is it possible to prosecute a child who commits a crime in the same way an adult would be prosecuted?
Q. If I’m innocent, should I still get a lawyer?
Q. Do I need a lawyer if I intend to plead guilty?
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Question
How does a prosecutor decide whether to charge an individual with a crime?  
 
Answer

There are three main considerations. The first is that the case against an individual is sound. The law must be clearly defined, and there must be no defects such as a violation of the defendant’s constitutional rights or the destruction of evidence. The second is that there must be enough evidence against the defendant to make a conviction probable. The third consideration is whether the case matches the objectives of the prosecutor’s office. In some cases, a more informal resolution may be appropriate.

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