Group
Occupation
281237 Police Prosecutor
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
281237 Police Prosecutor
Pleads cases on behalf of the prosecution in lower courts.
Skill level: 1
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