Crown Prosecution Service Flashcards
1
Q
What is CPS responsible for?
A
Prosecuting most criminal cases in UK
2
Q
What does CPS decide?
A
Which cases are to be prosecuted
3
Q
What does CPS determine, in regards to charging?
A
Which offences to charge the defendant
4
Q
Does CPS prepare and present cases in court?
A
Yes
5
Q
What is the two-fold test
A
Evidential Burden test: sufficient evidence
Public Interest Stage Test: Must be in public interest
6
Q
What happens if a case passes the two-fold test?
A
It is prosecuted
7
Q
What are the factors influencing where CPS will prosecute?
A
Premeditated decision to commit a crime Use of weapon In position of authority Previous convictions Vulnerable victim
