Statutory Function Statistics for 2024–2025

Discontinuance of a prosecution following commitment to trial or the filing of an indictment

After an accused has been committed for trial, the question sometimes arises whether the prosecution should continue. This can arise as a result of an application made by the accused or the CDPP’s own decision. The CDPP’s decision to discontinue a matter is usually triggered by new evidence or facts being revealed which affect the decision to charge in accordance with the Prosecution Policy.