Prosecutions And Police Service To Victims Flashcards
1
Q
Why arrest? 3 options
A
Prevent further offences or destroying evidence
Ensure appearance before court
Protecting the persons own interests
2
Q
A victim is…
A
A person against whom an offence is committed
A person who suffers physical injury or loss/damage to property, through or by means of an offense
A parent or legal guardian of the above
A member of the immediate family of a person who dies or is incapable
3
Q
Who is responsible for filing FWS
A
The prosecutor.
The OC prepares them
4
Q
Explain evidentual test
A
By examining the sufficiency of the admissible evidence you must determine if there is a reasonable prospect of conviction
