Deceased suspects policy

This policy explains how prosecutors approach criminal cases where the suspect has died.

First published

05 Sep 2016

Last updated

05 Sep 2016

Deceased suspects policy

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This policy recognises that a deceased person cannot be prosecuted and explains the limited circumstances under which prosecutors may undertake a detailed review of the evidence against a deceased suspect.

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