What is the procedure for Filing a case in Crown Court, UK?
A Crown Court
- Usually, has a jury that renders a verdict (the “verdict”) determining guilt or innocence.
- Has a judge who determines the penalty (or “sentence”) you get
If you have an attorney, they can explain what happens in court; the judge and other court personnel will also provide instructions on the trial.
Procedure to file a case
- Use the official application notification form (N244), which can be acquired from the internet or collected from the court office.
- Either manually or online, complete the form, making sure to specify the order you’re looking for and why it has to be placed.
- Add any necessary papers, such as case statements, witness statements, or drafts of the order you requested.
- Choose the level of judge who will consider the application and if you want it heard in person or without one.
- Find out how much the court requires in fees and whether there are any waivers or discounts for those with inadequate financial resources by contacting the court office.
Documents Required
- Case Specifics: Enter the case specifics into the Case Tracking System, such as the primary offense and defendant’s data.
- URN, or Unique Reference Number: Note the police URN, which includes the following: year, police force, police station, and case number.
- Case Reference Number: If the case is transferred to a Crown Court, assign a case reference number and, if relevant, note the Crown Court reference number.
- Pictures and plans should be placed in a brown envelope that is fastened to the case file and labeled with the case reference number or Crown Court reference number.
What cases does a crown court deal with?
A Crown Court hears trials involving serious crimes, such as:
- Robbery, rape, and murder
It also addresses:
Cases transferred from a magistrates’ court for trial or sentencing appeals against a magistrates’ court conviction or sentence
