Obtaining evidence and information from abroad

Legal Guidance, International and organised 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

International Enquiries

This guidance has been removed while it is being updated.

Please check back soon or, if you are a CPS member of staff, refer to the version held on the CPS intranet.