Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC)
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We investigate potentially unsafe convictions and sentences. 100+ miscarriages of justice have been overturned following CCRC referrals since April 2021.
England, Wales and N.Ireland
Joined April 2016
1⃣ If you think you have been unjustly convicted of a crime. 2️⃣ And have already unsuccessfully appealed direct to the Appeal Courts . 3⃣ Then you can apply for a free CCRC review of your case. For more information about our services, watch this video:
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The Chair, Dame Vera Baird said: "The CCRC has a vital role to play in the criminal justice system, but confidence in the organisation has been badly damaged. Confidence in our work must be restored. “I thank Karen for her work at the CCRC over many years.”.
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NEWS: The Chief Executive of the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC), Karen Kneller, has resigned. Ms Kneller became Chief Executive in 2013, having joined as Director of Casework in 2005. Read more on our website:
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We're currently #hiring for two Independent Non-Executive Directors at the CCRC 🙌. The appointment is for three years and consists of 15-20 days per year. Both roles close on 8 July so apply here 👉 #jobsearch #newjob #convictions #criminaljusticesystem
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Are you looking for an #internship? 🤔. Our Internships are supported by the Kalisher Trust who aim to encourage and inspire young people to develop a career at the criminal bar. You have until 12 June to apply ⏰. You can find more info here 👉
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RT @KalisherTrust: Applications for the Kalisher @ccrcupdate internship now open! Further information and how to apply in link below. Deadl….
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NEWS: The Court of Appeal has today quashed the murder #conviction of Peter Sullivan. Read more about our response:
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NEWS: We've published our latest article in the 'Case Studies Hub'‼️ . The #PostOfficeHorizonscandal was the most widespread miscarriage of justice the CCRC had ever seen. Visit our website 👉 to read more about our referrals of these cases.
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Do you believe you have been wrongly convicted or sentenced? Lost your appeal?. Only the CCRC can send cases back to the courts for a fresh appeal, and our service is FREE. For more info about how to apply and what to include in your application 👉
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NEWS: CCRC refers man's #convictions to Northern Ireland Court after evidence of ‘inhuman and degrading’ treatment in #custody. Read more on our website: #criminalcases #court #courtcase
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NEWS: The CCRC has referred a man’s drugs #conviction to #CrownCourt after evidence of human trafficking and #modernslavery . Read more 👉
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We've just added a new article into our Case Studies Hub 🙌. The CCRC has referred convictions in which an applicant had received an inadequate defence or unfair trial due to “legal incompetence” on the part of their lawyers. Read more about them 👉
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NEWS: The Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) has referred the #sentences of three men convicted of #jointenterprise murder to the #CourtofAppeal due to a legal error. Read more on our website:
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NEWS: The CCRC has referred the assault #convictions of a former #policeofficer because evidence that was not available at trial raises a real possibility the #CourtofAppeal will now quash those convictions. Read more:
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NEWS: We have just launched our Case Studies Hub! This allows users of our website to learn more about the work of the CCRC, our tests and processes, and the kinds of cases that have resulted in references to the appeal courts. Check it out here 👉
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RT @Clinks_Tweets: Are you supporting someone wrongly convicted or sentenced?. The @ccrcupdate offers free online sessions for charities &….
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NEWS: Possibility of ‘irregularities in the taking of jury verdicts’ leads to a CCRC referral to the Court of Appeal . Read more 👉 #conviction #courtofappeal #referral #ukcourts
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NEWS: The CCRC has referred the 12th conviction involving evidence from corrupt police officer Derek Ridgewell to the Court of Appeal. Read more on our website: #conviction #courtofappeal #miscarriageofjustice
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NEWS: The CCRC has received an application on behalf of Lucy Letby, the former nurse convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven others. She is serving 15 whole-life prison terms. Read more on our website:
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🚨We're hiring! 🚨. The CCRC is looking for a 'Technical, Digital and Change Lead' to join us. Our Change and Digital team focuses on delivering project change support and ICT support. If this role interest you, you can apply here 👉 #jobsearch #hiring
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NEWS: A man’s sentence has been referred to the Court of Appeal by the CCRC, after evidence came to light that the convicted person was a possible victim of human trafficking. Read more 👉 #courtofappeal #referral #sentence #courts #criminalappeal
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