The Public Prosecution Service for Northern Ireland is the principal public prosecuting authority, responsible for the independent and fair prosecution of criminal cases on behalf of the people of Northern Ireland. It stands out for its commitment to delivering justice through a dedicated, impartial process.
The service operates with a structured regional framework to ensure accessibility and efficiency, employing experienced lawyers and legal professionals. It focuses on upholding the law, supporting victims and witnesses, and maintaining high quality standards in all its prosecutorial decisions and operations.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Prosecution of criminal cases
- Victim and witness care and support
- Management of vulnerable or intimidated witnesses
- Administration of special measures and remote evidence centres
- Processing witness expenses
- Providing legal terms explanations
- Offering alternatives to prosecution
- Handling complaints and feedback
- Reviewing unduly lenient sentences
- Media and press enquiries handling
- Data protection and privacy issue management
The service covers all of Northern Ireland through its regional offices in Belfast, Londonderry, Omagh, and Newry, and provides support for deaf or hard of hearing individuals via dedicated SMS lines. It maintains a strict protocol for media interactions and public communications.
