Crown Prosecution Service

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is the principal prosecuting authority for England and Wales. It is responsible for deciding whether a suspect should be charged with a criminal offence and, if so, what the charge should be. The CPS also prepares cases and presents them in court. Recent news highlights the CPS's involvement in several high-profile cases. These include the prosecution of a teenager for the murder of a 12-year-old boy, and a man found guilty of assault after Barron Trump reported the incident to UK police. The CPS also recently announced that Lucy Letby, already serving a life sentence for multiple murders and attempted murders of babies, will not face any new charges. Furthermore, a draft CPS document has classified circumcision as a potential form of child abuse, sparking debate and highlighting the organization's role in defining and prosecuting harmful practices. These events underscore the CPS's crucial role in the criminal justice system and its impact on public safety and legal standards.