Question

what are the qualities of an ideal Public Prosecutor

Answer 1

An ideal Prosecutor must consider herself/himself as an agent of justice. In India, we have a public prosecutor who acts in accordance with the directions of the judge. Normally, the control of entire trial is in the hands of the trial judge. Investigation is the prerogative of the police. However, it is generally believed that traditional right of nulle prosequi is available to the prosecutor. The public prosecutor in India does not seem to be an advocate of the state in the sense that the prosecutor has to seek conviction at any cost. The prosecutor must be impartial, fair and truthful, not only as a public executive but also because the prosecutor belongs to the honourable profession of law, the ethics of which demand these qualities.

Answer 2

Explanation:

As the Public Prosecutor is a law officer who conducts criminal proceedings on behalf of the state or in public interest, most important qualities should be happen, for example:

1. He/She must present a truthful picture before the court.

2. He/She should act in accordance with the directions from the trial judge.

3. It is his/her duty to present complete and material facts, witnesses and evidences before the court to enable the court to reach a conclusion.