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Criminal Justice Agencies in the UK
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Criminal Justice Agencies in the UK
U4 A.C 1.2
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1
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What is the collective term given to the agencies involved in the detection, prevention, and enforcement of the law?
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The criminal justice system
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What specific responsibilities do agencies within the criminal justice system have regarding offenders?
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Detection, prosecution, judgment, and punishment of offenders, including monitoring inside and outside institutions and ensuring appropriate sentences for specific crimes
3
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Which agency is involved in the early stages of the criminal justice system?
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The police
4
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What are the primary responsibilities of the police in the criminal justice system?
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Enforcement of law and investigation of crimes
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How many regional police forces are there in the system, and how are they funded?
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43 regional police forces funded by the government through the Home Office
6
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What role do the police play in the prosecution process?
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They collect evidence and liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service in charging and prosecuting offenders
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Where do the police often provide evidence as part of their responsibilities?
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In His Majesty's courts
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What additional groups does the police liaise with when regarding offenders?
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Accused on remand, offenders released on parole or license, and liaison with the National Probation Service
9
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What is the government agency responsible for managing courts, the prison service, and probation?
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The Ministry of Justice
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What role does the Ministry of Justice play in appointing personnel for criminal cases?
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Appointment of judges and magistrates to criminal cases
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Who does the Ministry of Justice safeguard in the criminal justice system?
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Victims, including children, vulnerable people, and those seeking access to justice
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What is the role of the Crown Prosecution Service in deciding cases?
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An independent body that makes decisions on whether cases should be prosecuted and what charges should be levied, particularly in complex and serious offenses
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How does the Crown Prosecution Service assist the police during investigations?
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They advise the police on the validity and reliability of evidence
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What support does the Crown Prosecution Service provide to those involved in cases?
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Information, assistance, and support to victims and prosecution witnesses
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What types of courts and tribunals does His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service administer?
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Criminal, civil, and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales
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Who administers punishment for offenders found guilty in His Majesty's Courts?
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Judges and magistrates employed by HM Courts and Tribunals
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What is the main responsibility of the National Probation Service in the criminal justice system?
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Managing offenders throughout their time in the criminal justice system
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With which agencies does the National Probation Service collaborate to monitor offenders?
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Police and courts, for offenders released on parole or license
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What must the National Probation Service report to the police?
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Further offenses committed by offenders or breaches of parole or license conditions
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How does the National Probation Service facilitate offender releases?
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Liaises with the police and prisons to make arrangements ensuring effective monitoring of offenders on parole or license
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What is the primary function of the Sentencing Council?
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An independent body that reviews sentences handed down by the judiciary to ensure they are fair and proportionate
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With whom does the Sentencing Council liaise when making judgments on sentences?
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Other legal professionals and pressure groups
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What materials does the Sentencing Council produce for criminal justice professionals?
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Guidelines on sentencing for the judiciary and criminal justice professionals
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What public education goal does the Sentencing Council pursue?
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To increase public understanding of sentencing for specific crimes
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How do the police interact with the Crown Prosecution Service in offender charging?
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The police liaise with the CPS for charging and prosecution of offenders after collecting evidence
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In what way does the Ministry of Justice support access to justice?
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By safeguarding victims including children and vulnerable people seeking access to justice