The Crown Prosecution Service and the Courts
Criminology · Year 12 · Crime Scene to Courtroom · 3.º Período

The Crown Prosecution Service and the Courts

Understanding the role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and the application of the Full Code Test. Students will explore the trial processes in both Magistrates' and Crown Courts.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsWJEC AC2.1: Explain the requirements for providing evidence in courtWJEC AC2.2: Describe the trial process

About This Topic

Understanding the role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and the application of the Full Code Test. Students will explore the trial processes in both Magistrates' and Crown Courts.

Key Questions

  1. What is the Full Code Test used by the CPS?
  2. How does the trial process differ between Magistrates' and Crown Courts?
  3. What role do juries play in the criminal justice system?

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