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The different types of court - magistrates' court, Crown Court and youth court - the crimes they deal with and the level of sentences they can give.
These factsheets provide more information about the Criminal Justice Bill which was introduced in the House of Commons on 14 November 2023.
Who can check your criminal record for a role, the application process and how to recognise a genuine certificate.
The Royal Commission on Criminal Justice, also known as the Runciman Commission, was established in London on 14 March 1991 by the Home Secretary for the purpose of examining the English system of criminal justice and make recommendations as to...
We hear appeals from proceedings in the Crown Court. We hear appeals against: convictions in the Crown Court sentences given by the Crown Court (even if the conviction was in a magistrates’ court) confiscation orders imposed by the Crown Court...
Guidance for prosecutors and investigators on their asset recovery powers under Section 2A of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
How to claim compensation if you've been seriously injured in a violent crime using the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme.
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority - how to appeal a decision if you've been refused compensation for a violent crime, where to get help and advice
Applying for criminal legal aid in the limited circumstances where the eForm cannot be used: main application form (CRM14), financial statement (CRM15) and completion guidance
This document contains the following information: Criminal law legislating the criminal code offences against the person and general principles.
These documents explain the changes we are making to the law through the Criminal Finances Bill.
If your client is charged, legal aid may pay for some or all of the costs of legal representation in court. Find the specific guidance here.
Brings together documents and promotional material related to the government’s work to end county lines drug supply and exploitation.
Examines the characteristics, criminal histories and the offence trajectories for organised crime offenders.
Check timescales for the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) to process your work (eg prior authority application, graduated fee claims).
Documents relating to the Criminal Justice Bill introduced in the House of Commons on 14 November 2023.
Assaulting a retail worker to be made a standalone criminal offence.
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