Dangerous Offenders

Legal Guidance, Violent crime

The Code for Crown Prosecutors

The Code for Crown Prosecutors is a public document, issued by the Director of Public Prosecutions that sets out the general principles Crown Prosecutors should follow when they make decisions on cases.

Prosecution guidance

This guidance assists our prosecutors when they are making decisions about cases. It is regularly updated to reflect changes in law and practice.

Related Prosecution Guidance

Sentencing Dangerous Offenders

Legislation
Summary
Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 - transitional arrangements
Dangerous Offenders at the Magistrates' Court
Definitions