Does the need to win a case override the ethical need to be fair and justice?

Does the need to win a case override the ethical need to be fair and justice?

Ethics of the Prosecutor

The prosecutor has specific ethical obligations besides seeking justice. Chapter Six discusses the ethical duties of a prosecutor. The textbook provides case law (page 162) regarding some of the decisions a prosecutor makes in the scope of their duties. The 1935 case, Berger v United States, says the prosecutor’s primary interest is justice not simply winning cases. How does this ruling support the use of discretion and the role of ethics for the prosecutor? You will need to define justice in the paper.

The assignment is:

Write a three (3) to four (4) page paper in APA format discussing the role of ethics in the decision to prosecute an individual. You will need to define the ethics of a prosecutor.

Does the need to win a case override the ethical need to be fair and justice?

What is more important justice or a conviction, using Berger v United States?

What outside pressures would make the decision for the prosecutor? For example; public demands for a conviction.

The case is

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