How a criminal case works | The Crown Prosecution Service
If the defendant has been convicted in the Crown Court, a judge in the Court of Appeal has to grant permission to appeal. If the defendant is allowed to appeal, a panel of judges in the …
Stalking or Harassment - The Crown Prosecution Service
Apr 24, 2023 · The Code for Crown Prosecutors The Code for Crown Prosecutors is a public document, issued by the Director of Public Prosecutions that sets out the general principles …
Terrorism - The Crown Prosecution Service
Section 5 makes it an offence for a person to engage in the preparation of acts of terrorism, or to assist others in preparation of acts of terrorism. This includes attempts. It is an offence which …
Sexual offences - The Crown Prosecution Service
There are a range of crimes that can be considered as sexual offences, including non-consensual crimes such as rape or sexual assault, crimes against children including child sexual abuse or …
Witnesses - The Crown Prosecution Service
Introduction Other sources of guidance relevant to Witnesses Witness Statements Witnesses' addresses - Handling Handling defence requests to interview prosecution witnesses and …
Strangulation and suffocation - The Crown Prosecution Service
Introduction Strangulation or suffocation Case building Offences available to prosecutors and selecting the appropriate charge Acceptability of pleas Extra-territorial jurisdiction Introduction …
Whistleblowing: Frequently Asked Questions - The Crown …
Aug 12, 2021 · 1. What is Whistleblowing? Whistleblowing is when an employee reports suspected past, present or imminent wrongdoing, or an attempt to conceal wrongdoing. …
Verbal abuse and harassment in public - The Crown Prosecution …
Responding to intimidating behaviour in elections and public office: a CPS guide This pack – written for holders of elected office, candidates, campaigners and their staff – is intended to …
The CPS: How we make our decisions
When a crime is reported, the police (or another investigative body) will investigate the crime. Once they've completed their investigation and are ready to refer the case to the CPS, they …
Road Traffic - Summary Offences - The Crown Prosecution Service
Apr 3, 2020 · Principles Procedure Definitions Charge considerations Forgery and False Information, etc. Mutual recognition of driving disqualifications Mobile phones and driving …