Which of the following describe the relationship between the plaintiff and the defendant in a criminal trial? (Select all that apply.)

In a criminal trial, the government brings the case against a person accused of breaking the law. The plaintiff or prosecution is the entity that accuses the defendant and represents the government, so A and C are correct. The defendant is the person accused; the defendant does not bring the accusation or represent the government.

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