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Criminal Appeal Act 1968 (1968 c 19)

The 1968 legislation reformed the process of criminal appeals, establishing clearer procedures for defendants to challenge their convictions or sentences. It introduced the creation of the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) and delineated its jurisdiction and powers, enabling it to hear appeals against conviction and sentence from the Crown Court. It also provided guidelines for granting leave to appeal, emphasising that only substantial grounds could merit an appeal. Furthermore, the Act enabled the court to order a retrial if new evidence emerged, aimed at ensuring the fairness and accuracy of criminal justice.

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Criminal Appeal Act 1968 (1968 c 19)

The 1968 legislation reformed the process of criminal appeals, establishing clearer procedures for defendants to challenge their convictions or sentences. It introduced the creation of the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) and delineated its jurisdiction and powers, enabling it to hear appeals against conviction and sentence from the Crown Court. It also provided guidelines for granting leave to appeal, emphasising that only substantial grounds could merit an appeal. Furthermore, the Act enabled the court to order a retrial if new evidence emerged, aimed at ensuring the fairness and accuracy of criminal justice.

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Criminal Appeal Act 1968 (1968 c 19)

Part I Appeal to Court of Appeal in Criminal Cases (ss 1-32)

Part II Appeal to House of Lords from Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) (ss 33-44)

Part III Miscellaneous and General (ss [44A-55)

SCHEDULE 1 < . . . >

SCHEDULE 2 Procedural and Other Provisions Applicable on Order for Retrial

SCHEDULE 3 Application of Provisions in [Part III of Mental Health Act 1983] where Order made under Section 16(3) of this Act

SCHEDULE 4 . . .

SCHEDULE 5 Amendment of Enactments

SCHEDULE 6 Transitional Provisions

SCHEDULE 7 Repeals

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