Criminal Justice Joint Inspection
Joint with HMCPSI
A joint thematic inspection of the police and Crown Prosecution Service's response to rape - Phase two: Post-charge
Published 25 February 2022
Phase 2 examining rape cases from charge to conclusion. Found consistent issues with case management compounded by high workloads and poor communication between agencies and victims.
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Recommendations
National — applies to all forces
Recommendations (2)
| # | Recommendation | Directed at | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Immediately and by September 2022 define the role of the prosecutor in communicating with victims | CPS | — |
| 7 | By September 2022 ensure regular clinical supervision available to all prosecutors dealing with rape/RASSO cases | CPS | — |