When someone has to go to court, it is helpful to know what to expect. Both the defense and prosecuting attorneys will take turn presenting their cases. The burden of proof, however, is on the prosecutor. Here are some of the things he or she may use to do so.
Evidence
In order to find someone guilty of a crime beyond reasonable doubt, the prosecuting attorney must present evidence that proves that the defendant committed the crime. If a violent crime is committed, for example, the lawyer will likely want to prove that a weapon registered to the defendant or found in his or her possession was the same weapon used to commit the crime. Attorneys may also use fingerprints or DNA sampling to place the accused at the scene, thereby increasing the argument that he or she could have been involved.
Witnesses
When an attorney calls people to … Read more