Participating inspectorate: HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate
Joint Inspection of effective case building by the police and CPS
The work carried out by HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate and HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services over a number of years has shown that there is room to improve the standard of case building by police forces and CPS Areas.
Joint case building by the police and Crown Prosecution Service
Interim findings from phase 1 of a joint inspection by HMCPSI and HMICFRS of case building by the police and Crown Prosecution Service.
A joint thematic inspection of the criminal justice journey for individuals with mental health needs and disorders
A major inspection has found poor support for people with mental health issues as they progress through the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
Inspectors labelled the findings “disappointing” and said too little progress had been made since the last review in 2009.
A joint thematic inspection of the police’s and Crown Prosecution Service’s response to rape – phase one: From report to police or CPS decision to take no further action
This is the first of two inspection reports that will consider the response, decision-making and effectiveness of the police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) at every stage of a rape case – from first report through to finalisation of the case.
Joint Inspection Evidence led domestic abuse prosecutions
HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) and HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) have published a joint report on evidence led domestic abuse cases.