Prosecution Guidelines Flashcards

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Prosecution Guidelines

When is the Test for Prosecution met ? Describe both ?

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Evidential Test - Evidence adduced in court is sufficient to provide reasonable prospect of conviction

Public Interest - Prosecution required in public interest

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What is the time honoured statement made in 1951 by Sir Hartley Shawcross QC MP, UK Attorney General ?

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“It has never been the rule in this country … that suspected criminal offences must automatically be subject of prosecution”

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List what is relevant when determining public interest considerations for prosecuting offences ?

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  • Seriousness
  • Significant violence
  • History of recurring
  • Previous convictions
  • Offences on Bail
  • Prevalent
  • Ringleader or Organiser
  • Premeditated
  • Group
  • Gang
  • Victim fearful / vulnerable
  • Risk of harm
  • Serious Financial loss
  • Abuse of power
  • Against emergency staff
  • Took advantage of age/development of victim
  • Motivated by hostility, ie: race, gender etc.
  • Corruption
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