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Anyone can bring a private prosecution, you don't have to be a prosecuting authority. The disclosure rules are the same, the courts are the same, the laws are the same whoever brings the prosecution. We've only had a CPS for about 40 years,
Thanks for that. I did a check to see how to do it...ie a private prosecution and the government website states this..
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1. Bringing a private prosecution is difficult
It’s important to note that bringing a private prosecution is a serious and difficult step. Those thinking of bringing a private prosecution are strongly advised to seek independent legal advice from a qualified lawyer first.Beyond that .."A judge, magistrate, or justices’ legal adviser at the court will make a decision based on the information in the application form, not in a hearing. This means that the form must be completed in full and must disclose all relevant information. If all relevant information is not disclosed or if inaccurate information is disclosed, the application could be refused or the case could be dismissed later on"