Definition of Prosecute

to hold trial against someone charged with a crime

Examples of Prosecute in a sentence

DNA evidence was used to prosecute the killer and lock him up for good.  🔊

In an effort to prosecute those responsible for the robberies, the district attorney’s office reviewed mounds of evidence before trial.  🔊

Local officials were not able to prosecute the accused because the federal government had jurisdiction.  🔊

After the D.A. declined to prosecute the suspect for the crime, he was released from jail and sent home.  🔊

Many believe that stricter laws need to be put into place so that local courts can prosecute parents who neglect their children.  🔊

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