A private prosecution can be brought by any individual, organisation or company against those that they believe have committed a criminal act.
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A private prosecution can be brought by any individual, organisation or company against those that they believe have committed a criminal act. Bringing such a prosecution can be a logical alternative to relying on the police and other state enforcement agencies.
Syedur Rahman
2 March 2026
What Is Abuse of Process in a Private Prosecution?Abuse of process in a private prosecution occurs when a case is brought in bad faith, for an improper motive (such as when it is part of an attempted ...
Dr. Angelika Hellweger
21 December 2023
Angelika Hellweger of Rahman Ravelli outlines the ending of a long-running disagreement in the art world.
Nicola Sharp
5 September 2023
When someone wants legal action brought against another person (or organisation) they believe has committed a crime against them, they have three options:
Nicola Sharp
5 September 2023
A private prosecution is a prosecution started by a private individual who is not acting on behalf of the police or other authorities.
Nicola Sharp
1 December 2022
Nicola Sharp of Rahman Ravelli outlines the potential for foreign individuals and companies to bring prosecutions in the UK.
Nicola Sharp
5 September 2022
Nicola Sharp of Rahman Ravelli details how amendments to the Criminal Procedure Rules will affect those bringing private prosecutions.
Syedur Rahman
15 July 2021
Syed Rahman of Rahman Ravelli details the matters that have to be considered when deciding whether to bring a private prosecution.
Syedur Rahman
15 April 2021
With the use of private prosecutions on the increase, Syed Rahman of Rahman Ravelli considers the advantages and disadvantages of them.