Unit 4 1.2 Flashcards
What is the role of the police
-they provide evidence in courts
-help bring defendants to courts
-works with CPS for charging and prosecution
-assists courts in case preparation
Relationship with other organisations police
Cps- advise police on charges, handles court advocacy, works closely in charging and the prosecution of offenders
Hm courts and tribunals service- collaborates on cases and defendant presence, ensure defendants in custody are brought before them
National probation service- aids in arresting recalled probationers
What is the role of the ministry of justice
Oversee courts, probation and prisons
Relationship with other organisations ministry of justice
Hm courts and tribunals service- part of MOJ, contributes to laws, oversees courts
Probation services- managed by MOJ, part of the justice system
Hm prison service- falls under MOJ’s administration
What is the role of Hm courts and tribunal services
- helps make laws through judgements
-ensures safe prisoner transport - sets up video links for remote hearings
- holds prisoners in court cells
Relationship with other organisations Hm courts and tribunal services
Police- the police gather evidence and present cases in courts, the Hm courts relies on the police to bring defendants to court and enforce court orders
The crown prosecution service- they decide whether to prosecute based on the evidence collected and public interest, work closely with
Hm courts to present cases in courts
Ministry of justice- they oversee Hm courts as part of the justice system and they provide finding and set policies thatimpact courts operations.
What is the role of the crown prosecution service
They are responsible for deciding whether to prosecute suspects and ensuring that justice is served fairly and effectively
-they review evidence
-apply the full code test
-charge decisions
-prepare and present cases in courts
-work with victims and witnesses
-advising the police
Relationship with other organisations crown prosecution services
Police- the cps advise the police on evidence collection during the investigations and decide whether to charge suspects for serious crimes. They work closely with the police to prepare cases for courts
The ministry of justice- oversees the cps and sets policies relating to criminal justice. They provide funding and ensures cps operations align with government objectives.
Hm courts and tribunals service- the cps prosecutes cases in court, working with magistrates, judges and legal representatives. Ensures that trials are conducted fairly and cases are presented effectively.
Whatis the role of the Hm prison service
They manage offenders who have been sentenced by the courts, ensuring prisoners are securely held, rehabilitated and prepared for reintegration into society where possible.
-custody and security
-rehabilitation And reform
-working with probation service
-managing different types of offenders
Relationship with other organisations hm prison service
Hm courts-
-enforce custodial sentences given by the
- reports on prisoner conduct if senteicng reviews are needed
- works with parole to assess if prisoners can be released early.
Police-
-assist in tracking escaped prisoners and investigating crimes committed in prison
-work with prison intelligence units to prevent smuggling of drugs and weapons
-supports prison staff in handling high risk prisoners
Crown prosecution service-
- prosecutes prisoners who ocmmmit offenders while in custody
-work with prison authorities on cases involving assaults smuggling or riots
What is the role of the national probation service
Play a key role in managing offenders in the community. The aim is to protect the public, rehabilitate offenders and reduce reoffending.
- supervision of offenders on probation
-supervising released prisoners’
-rehabilitation and support
-public protection and risk management
-enforcing court orders
Relationship with other organisations national probation service
Hm courts
-provides pre sentence reports to help judges and magistrates decide on sentencing
-ensures offenders given community sentences comply with their probation conditions
- reports breaches of probation to the courts which may result in further penalties
Police
-shares information about high risk offenders undi the multi agency public protection arrangement
-helps monitor serious offenders in the community
-assists in arresting offenders who breach their probation terms
Cps
-work with cps if offenders breach probation conditions and need to be prosecuted
- provides evidence in courts if offenders fail to comply with probation orders.
Define imprisonment
The state of being imprisoned, captivity
Define probation
The release of an offender subject to a period of good behaviour under supervision
Define concurrent
Existing,happening or done at the same time
Define consecutive
Following each other consecutively
Define detention
The action of detaining someone or the state of being detained in official custody
Summary of the criminal justice system prcieudre
- Law creation - criminal law is made in parliament
- Police enforce the law that is made by investigating breaches of criminal law. They will arrest a suspect and use their powers of detention and interview
- Crown prosecution service- will advise the police on the appropriate charge
- Suspect brought before the court:all cases start in the magistrate’s courts and around 5% go to the crown court
- Defendant is released on bail or remanded in to custody
- A guilty plea results in sentencing or a plea of not guilty results in a trial. A trial will include witnesses giving evidence. A bench of magistrates or a jury decides the verdict.
- If convicted, formal punishment is given by the magistrates or judges. The sentencing council provides guidelines to assist the courts. If a custodial sentence is given the defendant is sent to prison
- Hm prison service oversees the welfare of prisoners. Hm inspectorate of prisons is an independent body that reports on the conditions and treatment of those in prisons
- When released from prison a prisoner is usually on licence and is subject to supervision by the prosecution service. Any breach may result in a return to prison
What is formal punishment
It’s legally sanctioned consequence imposed by an official;ll insisting like court or governing body in response to criminal behaviour
