How we prosecute rape
Find out more about how we prosecute rape and serious sexual offences, with links to guidance, policy, news, case studies and more that explain how we deal with these complex and harrowing cases. READ MORE
New CPS guidance on charging for police and prosecutors
New legal guidance to set updated rules on charging criminal cases has been published by the Director of Public Prosecutions
Role of grooming of women involved in violent crime examined as part of new gangs guidance
Prosecutors working on gang-related cases which involve women and girls should consider if there is evidence they have been forced or groomed into committing crime, according to new CPS legal guidance.
Updated guidance on the Victims' Right to Review scheme
The CPS has published updated guidance on the Victims' Right to Review scheme. The scheme was launched in 2013 and provides victims with the opportunity to request a review of certain CPS decisions not to start a prosecution or to stop a prosecution.
CPS announces five year blueprint for prosecution of rape and serious sexual offences (RASSO)
An ambitious package of measures to make sure offenders of sexual violence are brought to justice and victims of these devastating crimes are properly supported has been published by the CPS.
The CPS response to the coronavirus outbreak
The coronavirus outbreak is the biggest public health emergency in a generation. The Government’s priority is to do everything it can to tackle the pandemic and mitigate its impact.
The measures taken to protect public safety and maintain essential services are reviewed and adapted in response to the rapidly evolving situation.
The CPS is carefully following Government advice and guidance while keeping our own operations under constant review.
We continue to work with partners in the criminal justice system to ensure that urgent work can continue safely, using technology to minimise in-person contact wherever possible.
Uppermost in our thinking is ensuring - in all our work - a safe environment for all those involved.
All updates to our website content related to the coronavirus crisis.
The latest information for prosecuting advocates on the CPS response to COVID-19.
Read the latest information about the Government’s response and plans.
Follow the latest information about prevention, treatment and travel.
Update on the impact of COVID-19 for Victims and Witnesses
We appreciate that this is a particularly worrying time for individuals involved in criminal proceedings. We continue to work with partners in the Criminal Justice System to ensure that urgent work can continue safely, using technology to minimise in-person contact wherever possible.
For more information, please visit our Victims and Witnesses page