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The Role of The Crown Prosecution Service

The Crown Prosecution Service is the government department responsible for prosecuting criminal cases investigated by the police in England and Wales.

As 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
  • determining any charges in all but minor cases
  • preparing cases for court
  • presenting cases at court

Find out more about the role of the Crown Prosecution Service

January's Successes of the Month published

16/01/2012

Each month, the CPS celebrates the outstanding work of teams and individuals up and down the country by publishing their stories here on the CPS website.

In our 'Successes of the Month', we congratulate those colleagues who have gone beyond the call of duty or who have made a real contribution to their communities by working hard to see justice done.

January's 'Successes of the Month' are now available to read on the CPS website.