1.2 Describe the organisation of the criminal justice system Flashcards
The police
• works with courts to ensure defendants in custody are bought before them
• give evidence in court
• work with the probation in managing an offender near release
• work closely with the CPS in trying to charge and prosecute offenders
The ministry of justice
• oversea the work of the courts
• oversea the work of the probation services
• oversea the prison systems
• deal with legalisation and guidelines for working in different organisations for the CJS
Courts/Sentencing council
•contributes to law creation through judicial precedent and statutory interpretation
• liaise the police and prisons to ensure the safe delivery of prisoners to court
• arrange video links if the prisoner cannot attend court
• prisoners held in court cells pending their court hearing and return to prison
Crown prosecution service
• advise the police on charging a suspect
• work with the police to check evidence and see if there is enough evidence to charge a suspect
• appear in court to conduct the advocacy of a case
Prison service
• work with the probation services when a prisoner is to be released
• lawyers may ask for prison visits to have legal consultations
• defendants denied bail are remanded to prison
• judges and courts decide prison term for offenders
Probation service
• arrest a prisoner recalled to prison whilst on probation
• liaise with police is there’s any issues with an offender whilst they’re on probation
• work with charity organisations to help prisoners leave prison successfully and have support
What is the relationship between the CPS and the police?
• the CPS advise the police during the early stages of investigation
• the police provide the CPS with any evidence that can help prosecute in court
What is the relationship between the police and the courts?
• the police provides the court with evidence and will give statements
• transports and holding defendants to and from court
How is the ministry of justice linked to the probation services?
• to ensure that sentencing have been served and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law abiding citizens
How is HM prison and probation service linked to the courts?
• probation services will report back to the courts on any breaches of licences
• prison services will keep the courts updated on behaviour
• prison officers escort prisoners to and from hearings and trials
How are campaigns for change linked to the parliament?
• if the petition gains 10,000 signatures it will reach parliament, the public reaction to this may lead to legal amendments or affect judges decisions in court
What is the relationship between the sentencing council and the courts/judges?
• the judges sit in court and are guided by the sentencing guidelines issued by the sentencing council
