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Definition: The elected chief prosecuting officer for each of Florida's 20 judicial circuits. The State Attorney's Office decides whether to file charges, what charges to file, and handles plea negotiations and trials.
Category: Court Process · Statute: Article V Section 17, FL Constitution · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding State Attorney (Prosecutor) in Florida
The elected chief prosecuting officer for each of Florida's 20 judicial circuits. The State Attorney's Office decides whether to file charges, what charges to file, and handles plea negotiations and trials.
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