Crime, justice and the law

Crime reporting, policing, courts, legal aid and public protection, with responsibilities distinguished by jurisdiction.

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• England Office
• National Police Service
• Victims’ Commissioner

Topics

• Courts and tribunals

  Courts, tribunals, proceedings and jurisdiction-specific justice services.

• Disclosure and barring

  Checks, certificates and decisions made by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

• Legal aid

  Legal aid and access to legal assistance within the responsible jurisdiction.

• Policing and public protection

  Police services, crime prevention, public protection and the responsibilities of the appropriate authorities.

• Victims and witnesses

  Reporting crime, victim support and witness information.