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District Attorney

Description:

A District Attorney, commonly referred to as DA, is a legal professional who represents the state or federal government in criminal cases in a specified district. The district attorney is responsible for prosecuting individuals accused of committing crimes within their jurisdiction and seeking justice on behalf of the public.

Senses:

1. Noun (Job Title)

As a job title, a District Attorney refers to the elected or appointed official who heads the prosecutorial office in a specific district.

Example Sentence:

The District Attorney presented strong evidence to convince the jury of the defendant's guilt.

2. Noun (Office)

The District Attorney's office is the department or organization led by the District Attorney, which is responsible for conducting criminal prosecutions and upholding the law within a designated district.

Example Sentence:

The District Attorney's office is always seeking justice and protecting the community.

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