Legal Definitions - D.A.

D.A.

D.A. stands for district attorney. A district attorney is a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases. They are responsible for prosecuting people who are accused of committing crimes in their district.

For example, if someone is arrested for stealing a car in Los Angeles, the district attorney for Los Angeles County would be responsible for prosecuting them. The district attorney would gather evidence, interview witnesses, and present the case in court.

Another example would be if someone is accused of murder in New York City. The district attorney for Manhattan would be responsible for prosecuting the case and seeking justice for the victim.

The examples illustrate how the district attorney is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in their district. They work to gather evidence and present a case in court to seek justice for the victim and hold the accused accountable for their actions.