AC1.2 describe the organisation of the criminal justice system in the UK

Question 1

The first stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 1

Law Creation: criminal law is made in Parliament

Question 2

The second stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 2

Police enforce the law: arresting suspects that they believe are in breach of criminal law

Question 3

The third stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 3

The CPS: will advise the police on the appropriate charge as well as further investigative efforts

Question 4

The fourth stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 4

Suspects are brought before the court: starting in Magistrates. Only 5% go to the crown court

Question 5

The fifth stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 5

defendant is released on bail or remains in custody

Question 6

The sixth stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 6

A guilty plea results in a sentence or a non-guilty plea results in a trial

Question 7

The seventh stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 7

if convicted a formal punishment is given by a magistrate or a judge. The sentencing council provides assistance. They give out sentences depending on a crime such as a custodial sentence which results in prison

Question 8

The eighth stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 8

HM prison service oversees prisoner welfare. HM Inspectorate of Prisons is an independent body that reports these conditions.

Question 9

The ninth stage in the criminal justice procedure

Answer 9

When released from prison, a license is usually issued, and the offender is subjected to supervision under the probation service. Any breach of the conditions of probation results in prison.