Summary
Public Prosecutor is a professional responsible for working with police officers and court staff instructing and advising counsel in court liaising with criminal justice and law enforcement agencies ensuring that criminals are punished fairly screening possible criminals handling appeals preparing criminal cases for pretrial and trial review police investigation files decide whether to charge, amend, or withdraw a case conduct criminal prosecutions in court present evidence and examine witnesses ensure trials are fair and lawful (not just to “win” cases) advise investigators on legal matters.
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Description
Public Prosecutor is a professional responsible for working with police officers and court staff instructing and advising counsel in court liaising with criminal justice and law enforcement agencies ensuring that criminals are punished fairly screening possible criminals handling appeals preparing criminal cases for pretrial and trial review police investigation files decide whether to charge, amend, or withdraw a case conduct criminal prosecutions in court present evidence and examine witnesses ensure trials are fair and lawful (not just to “win” cases) advise investigators on legal matters.
Employment prospects
The job has potential for growth
Tasks
- Works 40 hours per week Work in designated office in the DPP (director of public prosecution) (Kenya's Constitution of 2010)
Skills
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Transferable skills
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Certifications
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Education
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Institutions
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