Pre Trial Matters- CPS😊 Flashcards
1
Q
In what year was the CPS established?
A
1986
2
Q
What does the CPS do? 5 steps
A
- Advise the police on cases for possible prosecution
- Review cases submitted by police for prosecution
- Decide to prove the criminal cases investigated by the police if necessary
- Prepare cases for court
- Present those cases in court
3
Q
Who is the head of the CPS?
A
Alison Saunders- The director of public prosecutions (DPP)
4
Q
Who is the head of the CPS’ boss?
A
The attorney general
5
Q
What does the code for crown prosecutors do?
A
Sets out basic principles to follow so the crown prosecutors can make decisions
6
Q
Stages in the decision to prosecute….
A
- Evidential test- crown prosecutors must be satisfied that there is evidence is usable to provide a ‘realistic prospect of conviction’
- Public interest stage- if a case passes stage one they must decide if it is appropriate or whether another course of action should be taken
7
Q
Can you fail the evidential test to move onto the next?
A
No it must be passed in order for a case to continue
8
Q
Who are prosecutors?
How many are there?
A
Experienced barristers and lawyers who are responsible for prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the crown
8,000
9
Q
Who are the paralegals?
A
They are the people who assist prosecutors that are preparing for court
