Description

A prosecutor is a legal representative who brings charges against individuals in criminal cases. They are responsible for presenting evidence and arguments in court to prove the accused's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'fiscal' may also refer to other legal roles depending on the context, such as a public attorney in civil cases. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Common variants include 'fiscal de distrito' or 'fiscal general', but these should be used only when contextually appropriate.

Example Sentences

EN: The prosecutor presented compelling evidence against the defendant in the trial.

ES: El fiscal presentó pruebas contundentes en contra del acusado durante el juicio.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'fiscal' with 'fiscalizador'; misinterpretation of the role as purely administrative; mixing up with similar legal terms like 'abogado'.