They generally suggest a reasonable sentence which the court is not obligated to follow ; the court may decide on a tougher or softer sentence .
During a criminal trial , prosecutors must introduce and explain the case to the trier , i.e. , judges or jury .
prosecutors generally suggest a reasonable sentence which the court is not obligated to follow ; the court may decide on a tougher or softer sentence .
During a criminal trial , prosecutors must introduce and explain the case to the trier , i.e. , judges or jury .