Burglary Prosecution Rates
2020-07-09
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Villiers expresses concern about the impact of burglary on her constituents in Chipping Barnet and the need for stronger action against burglars.
What steps is the Attorney General taking to increase prosecution rates for burglary offences?
Burglary is a terrible crime with lasting impacts on victims. The Crown Prosecution Service aims to robustly prosecute offenders who commit burglary and ruin lives accordingly. The CPS will work closely with police to ensure strong evidence is presented in court, noting that 87.9% of those prosecuted for burglary are convicted.
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