Written question asked by Jack Straw (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 10 December 1996. It was answered by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 December 1996 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: What is the average number of forms which the police must complete to prosecute an adult offender. - Includes figures.

Answer: Mr. Straw: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the average number of forms which the police must complete to prosecute and adult offender. [7442] Mr. Maclean: In the event of a guilty plea being entered, the police are required to complete an average of five forms in order to prosecute an adult offender. In the event of a not guilty plea being entered, the police would be required to complete an average of ten forms. Additional forms may be needed in complex cases.

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