When a person is charged with a crime, as opposed to being sued civilly for causing harm to another, there is a moral condemnation, or “stigma,” that attaches to that person.

In your opinion, what factors should be considered before a prosecutor makes the decision to publicly “stigmatize” a person by initiating criminal prosecution; instead of just allowing the injured party to initiate a civil action to recover money for the harm caused? Explain your answer and reasoning.