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- Private companies in the UK have the power to prosecute crimes and fill the gap left by budget cuts, raising concerns about a two-tier justice system.
- Private companies hope to be reimbursed by the court for their efforts in private prosecutions, but the review process is limited, raising questions about fairness and legitimacy.
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Private Prosecutions in the UK
Private companies in the UK have the power to prosecute crimes, putting people in jail rather than simply filing for damages. This practice, known as private prosecution, has gained traction due to budget cuts that have left the UK's Crown Prosecution Service in a financial crunch. Private companies, like the one founded by David McElvey, have stepped in to fill the gap, prosecuting crimes even when the police and state prosecution's office deem them unworthy of pursuing. While private prosecution is meant to ensure fairness and accessibility, it often requires significant financial resources to hire lawyers, raising concerns about a potential two-tier justice system where the wealthy can afford their own prosecutions.
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