CDPP - Victims and Witnesses

Step 6 - Trial https://victimsandwitnesses.cdpp.gov.au/prosecution-process/prosecution-process/steps-prosecution-process/step-6-trial If the defendant is committed for trial, it will take place in either the Supreme, County or District Court, depending on how serious the crime is.

Step 7 - Sentencing https://victimsandwitnesses.cdpp.gov.au/prosecution-process/prosecution-process/prosecution-process-steps/step-7-sentencing If someone pleads guilty to committing a crime, or a jury finds them guilty after a trial, the judge or magistrate will need to decide on the appropriate penalty, and sentence th

Step 8 - Appeals https://victimsandwitnesses.cdpp.gov.au/prosecution-process/prosecution-proceedings/prosecution-process/step-8-appeals A defendant may lodge an appeal against being found guilty and the severity of the sentence. The prosecution can appeal against the sentence imposed.

What are subpoenas? https://victimsandwitnesses.cdpp.gov.au/what-are-subpoenas A subpoena is a court order that requires a witness to go to court to give evidence and/or bring documents.

Fact sheets https://victimsandwitnesses.cdpp.gov.au/your-role-and-prosecution/more-information/fact-sheets