About CPS Dorset

What we do

The Crown Prosecution Service is the principal prosecuting authority in England and Wales.

We are responsible for advising the police on cases for possible prosecution, reviewing cases submitted by the police, preparing cases for court, and presenting cases at court.

The role of the Service is to prosecute cases firmly, fairly and effectively when there is sufficient evidence to provide a realistic prospect of conviction and when it is in the public interest to do so

We play a major part in assisting in the delivery of the  targets which have been set for the criminal justice system:

• To increase the number of crimes for which offenders are brought to justice and to reduce the number of ineffective trials.
• To improve public confidence in the criminal justice system and increase the satisfaction of Victims and Witnesses whilst respecting the rights of Defendants. 

The Crown Prosecution Service seeks to ensure the effective delivery of justice. This directly supports the overall aims of the criminal justice system which are to reduce crime and the fear of crime and their social and economic costs; and to dispense justice fairly and efficiently, and to promote confidence in the rule of law.

Our vision is to be a prosecuting authority of stature, providing the best possible service to society. We are a professional organisation which values all its people, performs to a high standard, inspires public confidence, and works in partnership with all elements of the criminal justice system.