The decision to prosecute is not made at one point, but rather the prosecuting attorney has a number of options he may employ during various stages of the proceedings. The prosecutor is able to exercise his discretionary powers only within the network of exchange relationships. The police, court congestion, organizational strains, and community pressures are among the factors that influence prosecutorial behavior.
Please write a paper that addresses the following:
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What is the relationship between the prosecutor and the police? What factors influence a prosecutor's decision to refuse a case from the police?
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How does the judge influence the prosecutor's decisions to prosecute? What influence does the community have? Relate this to a situation in your local community if possible.
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What advantages does the defense attorney get by cooperating with the prosecutor?
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Assignment should be two to three pages in length.