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Use this form to introduce evidence of a defendant’s bad character.
Pleading not guilty in the magistrates' court and youth court.
Use this form for recognizance of a defendant's surety on appeal to the Supreme Court.
Forms to use with the Criminal Procedure Rules.
Form CH37: Enforcing charging order (multiple defendants).
Form No.44A: Part 24 - Judgment for defendant.
Form ADM20: Defendant's claim in a limitation claim.
Use this form to appeal to the Crown Court after a magistrates’ court bail decision.
Form ADM21: Declaration as to inability of a defendant to file and serve statement of case under a decree of limitation.
You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or legal professional - where to get help with papers and procedures
Form PF22: Notice claiming contribution or indemnity against another defendant (rule 20.6).
How to use the Administrative Court, part of the High Court which can hear cases about judicial reviews, statutory appeals and extradition.
Form CH34: Order for claimant to be defendant: Inheritance (provision for family and dependants) Act 1975.
Use these forms to prepare for a magistrates' court trial in England or Wales.
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