For the female prostate gland, see Skene's gland. For the prostrate body position, see Prostration. The prostate (from Ancient Greek ÏÏÎ¿ÏÏÎ¬ÏÎ·Ï, prostates, literally one who stands before, protector, guardian) is a compound tubuloalveolar exocrine gland of the male reproductive system in most mammals. It differs considerably among species anatomically, chemically, and physiologically.
What is the difference between a Public Defender and a District Attorney? The District Attorney is an elected official. The District Attorney is charged with the enforcement of laws in Washoe County and employs Deputy District Attorneys to assist in that effort. The Public Defender is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Every community must provide and fund attorneys for indigent persons facing a loss of liberty.
Some judges may ask you to get estimates from as many as three private attorneys before approving the assignment of a public defender. See How to Obtain a Court-Appointed Defense Lawyer for more information.Working with Court-Appointed Counsel. Public defenders and private lawyers appointed by the court typically have very large caseloads, so they may not have the same amount of time to spend on your case that a privately paid attorney would.n either case, these attorneys typically handle an enormous caseload and have limited resources for each client. See Getting Free or Low-Cost Legal Help to explore additional options, even if you do not qualify for a court-appointed lawyer. Criteria for a Court-Appointed Attorney.