T/F: Prosecutors help investigate and decide what complaints are filed in court.

• A. Sometimes
• B. True
• C. Not applicable
• D. False

Answer: (B)

Prosecutors oversee charging decisions and often participate in the investigation process. They review the evidence gathered by law enforcement, determine whether there is enough probable cause to file charges, and decide which complaints or charges should be brought in court. They may direct or help guide investigations, request additional information, and draft the charging documents that start a case in municipal court. Because of this role in both investigating and deciding what gets filed, the statement is true. (Keep in mind methods can vary by jurisdiction, but the core idea is that prosecutors influence both the investigation and the charges.)