Guidance

Transcript pilot for victims of rape and sexual offences

A pilot providing free sentencing remarks transcripts helped victims of rape and sexual offences access and understand sentencing decisions.

• From: Ministry of Justice
• Published: 6 October 2026

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Policy summary of the outcomes of the free sentencing remarks transcript pilot for victims of rape and sexual offences

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Details

This summary draws on HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) operational data and a voluntary online survey of victims and third parties who participated in the pilot.