Criminal Justice System

The criminal justice system requires a range of stakeholders in the legal sector, law enforcement services and other agencies to work together. In this section you will be able to develop an understanding of the Ministry of Justice, Crown Prosecution Service, and Victim Support.

Ministry of Justice

The Ministry of Justice is a government department central to the justice system. The objective of the department is to ensure the justice system works effectively for all in society. They work to ensure offenders turn their lives around after they have served their sentences. There are many departments and agencies that support the work they carry out. These may also be of interest for students seeking careers in this area.

The Crown Prosecution Service

It is the role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to prosecute cases that have been investigated by the police and other authorities such as the Home Office. They are responsible for ensuring "the right person is prosecuted for the right offence and they work to bring offenders to justice."

Victim Support

Victim Support is a charitable organisation that supports victims and the families and friends of those who have been affected by crime. They provide a range of support irrespective of whether the crime has been reported or not.