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