Which of the following describes "community prosecution"?

A. The decision to charge a suspect is determined by community standards, not the prosecutor.
B. The community takes over the role of the judge in making court-related decisions.
C. A public defender is assigned to certain neighborhoods to better prevent prosecutorial misconduct.
D. Law enforcement becomes the responsibility of the local neighborhood watch organizations.
E. An assistant prosecutor is assigned to certain neighborhoods to better understand its needs and character.


Answer: E

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