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.
A: If a person wants a public defender attorney to represent him/her on a pending case, the person needs to go to the clerk of the circuit court's office on the second floor of the Criminal Justice Center in Pinellas County or to either clerk's office in New Port Richey or Dade City.