AC1.2 Describe the orgamnisation of the criminal justice system Flashcards
what are 3 points for the relationship between police and cps
-cps evaluate evidence provided by the police and decide whether to prosecute, decision is communicated back to police
-police pivotal role in initial stages, investigate, gather evidence, arrest. quality and thoroughness of work influence strength of cases for cps
-police and cps collaborate to prepare witnesses for court, ensures ready to give reliable and accurate info
what are 3 points describing the relationship between the police and courts
-police have role in presenting evidence during court, they provide court with info and materials collected during investigation
-police ensure charged suspect placed before courts where bail is refused. if granted then police give date to attend court.
-police preserve and secure evidence to be presented din court. proper handling of evidence essential to maintain admissibility
what are 3 points to use for relationships between police and prisons?
-police may need to facilitated interviews for part of ongoing investigations
-police work with prisons to search for escaped prisoners eg Wandsworth
-after Sarah’s law the police and prisoners worked together to form sex offenders register
what are 3 points to use for relationships between police and probation?
-police share relevant information bout arrested individuals;s with personnel from probation. infor helps asses their background and circumstances of arrest
-collab to ensure compliance with terms of licence. regular communication helps monitor individuals behaviour and progress
-these are involved in assessing risk posed by individual on license. guides decisions on supervision intensity
what are 3 points to use for relationships between court and cps?
-cps responsible for deciding if enough evidence to bring case to court, they will prepare the case for court
-cps present there case in court on behalf of prosecution, outline evidence, legal argument and calling witnesses
-cps responsible for disclosing all relevant evidence to the defence. full and fair disclosure crucial for just trial and upholding rights
what are 3 points to use for relationships between courts and probation?
-court may be called upon to give report for probation, especially if considering imposing order. court may issue order as alternative to imprisonment, especially for minor offences
-court may mandate specific rehab programs as part of order, eg regular check ins and drug testing. set by the court and monitored by probation
-if violate terms then courts may hold hearings to address violations. probation may present info in the court a dd they decide on the approbate course of action which may include imprisonment
what are 3 points to use for relationships between cps and probation?
-cps may receive reports form probation during sentencing hearings. provide insights into the offenders background , behaviour and potential for rehab. insights may influence charges
-if violate terms, cps may be involved in prosecuting the case
-both engage in negotiations for alternative to traditional prosecution. could include restorative justice
what are 3 points to use for relationships between cps and prisons ?
-cps handled appeals related to convictions or legal reviews that could impact on sentence . decisions made can affect their sentence
-prions execute custodial sentences issues by the court as a result of prosecutions led by the cps
what are 3 points to use for relationships between prisons and probation?
-after serving portion of sentence in prion, some individuals may be released to probation, involves collab between two
-personnel from probation set conditions for individuals moving fro first to second. tow agencies collaborate to provide relevant info and ensure smooth transition.
-prison ma be involved in parole hearings, providing input on persons behaviour while they were in prison. release decisions made by parole boards may impact transition to probation
