Why Be a Prosecutor?

Why be a prosecutor?

Prosecuting lawyers (also called "prosecutors" or "district attorneys") bring and prosecute criminal cases on behalf of the people of a city, state or country. Their fundamental duty is to investigate and prosecute crimes with impartiality, ensuring that guilt shall not escape or innocence suffer .Their basic responsibilities include deciding whether to initiate a criminal proceeding, arguing cases before the court and participating in Grand Jury investigations. Prosecutors tend to have heavy workloads, work long hours and often have relatively low pay. However, the position is a highly competitive one and it is necessary to have excellent qualifications to become a prosecuting attorney. I have always wanted to be a prosecutor - that's why I went to law school. In theory anyone with a law license can become a prosecutor. In reality, however, not everyone is cut out for the job. The caseload can be heavy, and the pay is low. Yet prosecutorial work has its rewards in seeing justice carried out on behalf of the people, and in offering a more collegial work environment than many law firms do. These heightened expectations call for particularly talented, dedicated individuals. Personal qualities in a prosecutor are nearly as important as legal ability. However, desire and enthusiasm can only accomplish so much. I guess have just one reason why I want to be a prosecutor: Criminal law is my passion - it is what interests me. I have no interest in dealing with contracts or corporations, I am interested in people. Quite simply - I want to put bad people in jail and protect good people. Prosecutors represent the people, the state, the government. This is very noble, important, and heady stuff. Prosecutors seek truth, justice. They are the ones who stand up for the victims and would-be victims, the bullied and battered and burgled. They protect all of us. However, for all of the effort, late nights, and stress that may