The Criminal Justice System

Sheffield YOS is part of a larger structure that administers and enforces the Criminal Justice System (CJS) in South Yorkshire.  The CJS comprises the following agencies:
 

	South Yorkshire Police South Yorkshire Police prevent crime and disorder. There purpose is to protect life and property and make South Yorkshire a safer and more secure place to live. More
	The Crown Prosecution Service The CPS is responsible for prosecuting people charged with a criminal offence. They review cases submitted by police; decide charges in all but minor cases and prepare and present cases in court. More
	Her Majesty's Court Service HMCS is responsible for the effective administration of the criminal courts across South Yorkshire and it supports the Magistrates and Judges in their independent role. More
	Her Majesty’s Prison Service HMPS is responsible for keeping in custody those who have been committed by the courts. It gives offenders the skills to help them reduce the risk of re-offending and integrate better into society. More
	Her Majesty's Prison Doncaster HMP & Young Offender's Institution (YOI) Doncaster was built by the prison service and is managed by Serco Home Affairs. More
	National Probation Service The NPS is responsible for reducing re-offending, ensuring proper punishment of offenders, ensuring that offenders are aware of the effects of their crimes and rehabilitation. More
	South Yorkshire Criminal Justice Board The board was set up in April 2003 to oversee the criminal justice system (CJS) in South Yorkshire, and consists of members from the following criminal justice agencies: the police, the crown prosecution service (CPS), the courts, probation, prisons and youth offending teams/services (YOT/YOSs). More
	Victim Support South Yorkshire Victim Support helps South Yorkshire residents cope with the effects of crime. They provide confidential support and information to victims of crime and to witnesses attending local courts. More