Criminology Unit 3.2.1

What year was the CPS set up?

• 1984

• 1985

• 1986

• 1987

Which is the correct act?

• Prosecution of Offences Act 1985

• Prosecution of Offenders Act 1984

• Crown Prosecution Act 1986

• Prosecution of Actions Act 1985

How does the CPS work with the police?

• Advises on lines of enquiry and evidence required

• Audits the police on the arrest procedure

• Decides on sentences

What does the CPS determine?

• Whether the suspect is innocent

• Whether the suspect is guilty

• Whether the case is strong enough for court

Where are the majority of cases heard?

• High Court

• Crown Court

• Magistrates Court

• Court of Appeal

Where are the serious cases heard?

• High Court

• Crown Court

• Magistrates Court

• Court of Appeal

Which is NOT a role of a CPS case worker?

• Prepare all the files for court

• Update files with new dates

• Chase the police for evidence

• Attend court and interview the suspect

What do the witness care services NOT do?

• Inform the witnesses of dates

• Communicate with the witnesses

• present the case in court

• Help arrange transport and childcare

Is the CPS a public or private prosecuting body?

• Private

• Public

What are the TWO stages of the Full Code Test?

• Evidential

• Experimental

• Public Interest

• Public Importance