Crime and Disorder Act Section 52A 1998

Question 1

What is the year and name of the C+D Act?

Answer 1

Crime and Disorder Act Section 52A, 1998

Question 2

What is the purpose of the C+D Act?

Answer 2

Restricts the reporting of preliminary hearings to prevent serious prejudice.

Question 3

What are the 7 points reporters are permitted to report in preliminary hearings?

Answer 3

Name, age, address and occupation of accused
The offence
Names of counsel and solicitors
Identity of the court, and justices
Where proceedings are adjourned, and the date
Arrangements of bail
Whether legal aid is provided

Question 4

What should not be reported under the C+A act?

Answer 4

Anything that discusses disputable evidence
Witness testimony that could be ruled inadmissible
Details of previous convictions
Details of bad character
Details suggesting guilt

Question 5

Is there a defence for the C+D Act?

Answer 5

There is no defence, but generally accepted that non prejudicial details not covered by the Act can be reported e.g., common ground details (injuries, where found, funeral, intention to plead not guilty)

Question 6

Which court does the C+D Act apply to?

Answer 6

Crown Court