Which of the following best describes the responsibility of the executive branch in criminal law?

A. the detection, investigation, and prosecution of criminals
B. the determination of what behavior is criminal
C. the creation of written law prohibiting behavior found to be dangerous or undesirable by society
D. the trial of alleged criminals


Answer: A

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