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Statement from the Director of Public Prosecutions: Disproportionality research report and action plan

CPS publishes prosecution data for first quarter of 2021/22

… decrease is mainly driven by a reduction in magistrates’ court cases, with the number of outstanding Crown Court cases rising to 70,011 on 30 June. Completed rape … driven by more completed prosecutions in magistrates’ court, which reflects the tireless efforts of our staff …

Deaths in Custody, including following contact with the police

Hate crime conviction rates in the South East amongst highest in the country

… or disability can also be given stiffer sentences by the court.  These “uplifted” sentences can range from extended … happened to you and the impact it has had on your life in court, we may be able to apply for special measures to enable … or disability can also be given stiffer sentences by the court.  These “uplifted” sentences can range from extended …

Violence Against Women and Girls

… indictable-only offence which must be tried in the Crown Court. Accordingly the decision to charge must be made by a … Board area A Review of Specialist Domestic Violence Court systems (SDVCs) Evaluation of Domestic Violence Pilot … indictable-only offence which must be tried in the Crown Court. Accordingly the decision to charge must be made by a …

Carlisle women sentenced for stealing from housebound man

… but later pleaded guilty. On 7 June 2024 at Carlisle Crown Court, Lisa Nunn was sentenced to nine months' imprisonment … imprisonment. Kelly Bowman was today sentenced at the same court. Paul Robinson, Senior Crown Prosecutor for CPS North … can have a devastating impact on a person's confidence and independence, so we will continue to work with the police to …

Inquiries and reviews – statutory and independent, child and adult safeguarding, domestic homicide, and offensive weapons homicide

Former Met officers jailed for conspiracy to share child sexual images

… both sentenced today (28 July 2023) at Southwark Crown Court. Laxton was jailed for five years and nine months, and … both sentenced today (28 July 2023) at Southwark Crown Court. Laxton was jailed for five years and nine months, and …

Crown Prosecution Service Pan-London and Hate Crime Scrutiny Panel Joint Statement as 50 charged for disorder-linked offences

… hate crime is prosecuted, using a range of offences and court orders with serious consequences.” With more than 50 … are dealt with quickly.  Our prosecutors are also at court every day making sure that perpetrators are brought to … sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment at Inner London Crown Court on August 13, 2024. Spring was part of a 700-strong …

Joint statement on Hate Crime from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC)

… also attract an enhanced or increased sentence from the court. Victims are also entitled to enhanced rights under the … also attract an enhanced or increased sentence from the court. Victims are also entitled to enhanced rights under the …