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Racial and religious based offences drive increase in hate crime cases

… at this time is the cornerstone of better outcomes for victims of hate crimes. We are also heartened to hear about … in charging in cases that can ensure access to justice for victims of anti-Muslim hate and the fact that all partners in this process place the rights of victims front and centre in their work”. Since the start of …

Persistent sex offender jailed and deemed "dangerous"

… had not thought of what his actions would do to his victims. He has now been brought to justice and we hope this … News Centre. Browse & search Related Pages A guide for victims of rape and serious sexual assault - What happens … where it happens We’re committed to securing justice for victims of sexual violence and this guide explains what you …

CPS Response to HMCPSI Area Assurance Inspection of CPS South East

… quality of our casework and the service we provide to our victims and witnesses and we are confident that our action … quality of our casework and the service we provide to our victims and witnesses and we are confident that our action …

Swindon man jailed for rape

Perverting the Course of Justice and Wasting Police Time in Cases involving Allegedly False Allegations of Rape and / or Domestic Abuse

… complex and require sensitive handling. On the one hand, victims of rape and / or domestic abuse making truthful … should strike the right balance between ensuring genuine victims are believed and not criminalised whilst recognising … resort to using myths and stereotypes once associated with victims of rape and / or domestic abuse. These include: …

CPS North East - Successful Hate Crime Prosecutions - April 2023

Man sentenced to hospital order for setting fire to worshippers as they left mosques

… separate occasions in February and March last year. Both victims were left with burn injuries. In the first attack, … in severe injuries and psychological trauma to his victims and caused considerable shock and concern to the … separate occasions in February and March last year. Both victims were left with burn injuries. In the first attack, …

National Case Progression Commitment: College of Policing, National Police Chiefs' Council and Crown Prosecution Service, March 2021

… the progression of cases can have a significant impact on victims, witnesses and defendants which comes at a cost to … correspondence must be dealt with in a timely manner; Victims and witness issues - although witnesses are generally … of delays and collapsed trials can be significant for victims and witnesses and can undermine confidence in the …

Rape and Sexual Offences - Chapter 13: Sexual Offences and Youths

… under 18 exploited in prostitution should be treated as victims of abuse rather than as suspects. Section 1 of the … aged 18 or over. In so doing, it recognises children as victims in such circumstances. The young people concerned, … and offending on multiple occasions or against multiple victims. The more serious then the more likely it is to be in …

CPS Thames and Chiltern - Increased numbers receiving tougher hate crime sentences

… but have a particularly distressing impact on victims, and that is why the CPS in Thames and Chiltern has … raise awareness of what hate crime is and to reach out to victims to inform them of what they can do about it.” “Whilst … together with CPS Thames and Chiltern to give assurance to victims about the level of importance given to tackling these …