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Occupation

281237 Police Prosecutor

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

281237 Police Prosecutor

Pleads cases on behalf of the prosecution in lower courts.

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Prepares and presents cases on behalf of the prosecution in lower courts, such as local and magistrates courts
  • Prepares legal documents, such as briefs of evidence, statements, and subpoenas
  • Examines and cross-examines witnesses in court
  • Presents arguments and evidence to the court
  • Advises police officers on legal matters and provides guidance on the preparation of cases
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