GEMET
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public prosecutor's office
Definition

A government agency for which an elected or appointed attorney or staff of attorneys is vested with the authority by a constitution or statute to try cases on the government's behalf, to represent public interest or to take legal action against persons violating federal, state or local laws.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/6812