Conduct independent criminal investigations

Conduct most summary prosecutions in District Court in relation to lesser offences

Prepare and submit files to the Solicitors Division of the DPP's Office (Dublin cases) or to the local state solicitor (cases outside Dublin) in relation to more serious offences

Conduct certain summary prosecutions in District Court

Submit investigation files to Directing Division of the DPP's Office for directions

Prepare cases for court

Examines files received from Solicitors Division and local state solicitors

Directs initiation or continuance of a prosecution

Nominates barristers to prosecute cases on indictment (before Circuit, Central and Special Criminal Courts)

Provides ongoing instruction and legal advice to the Solicitors Division and local state solicitors until case at hearing is concluded

Advises the Garda Síochána and specialised investigating agencies and gives directions on preferral of charges

Implement directions from Directing Division

Attend hearings in District Court

Prepare book of evidence in indictment cases

Brief and assist nominated barrister conducting prosecution

Attend trial and report outcome to Directing Division

Provide liaison service to agencies and parties involved in the criminal process

Appear in Court and conduct prosecutions on indictment on behalf of and in accordance with the instructions of the DPP

Case at hearing (arraignment, trial)

Case outcome (conviction/acquittal)

Sentencing