The assistant to the prosecution is the way in which the victim of a crime can participate, together with the prosecutor, in the criminal process. The assistant to the prosecution is the way in which the victim of a crime can participate, together with the prosecutor, in the criminal process.

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The main role of the prosecution assistant is to work with the prosecution in order to obtain compensation for the material and moral damage suffered by the victim of the crime, because it is in the moral interest of the offended party to see the offender punished. It is also possible for the prosecution assistant to appeal against sentences, when they are not favorable to the victim's interest.

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In criminal proceedings, in many cases it is possible to ask for the restitution of what was “stolen” or the material damage suffered. That is why it is essential for the criminal lawyer to act as an assistant to the prosecution, to ensure the conviction and reimburse the damages caused. This is because if there is a criminal conviction, restitution of damages may be required.

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It is common to imagine that the criminal lawyer's job is only to defend his clients when accused of a crime. What many do not know is that the criminal lawyer also acts as an assistant to the prosecution, when it is in the interest of his client.