# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Part 7: STARTING A PROSECUTION IN A MAGISTRATES’ COURT

Extent: E+W

Contents of this Part
When this Part appliesrule 7.1
Application for summons, etc.rule 7.2
Allegation of offencerule 7.3
Summons, warrant and requisitionrule 7.4
Notice of defendant in custodyrule 7.5
Arrangements for court to receive defendant in custodyrule 7.6

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/part/7 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/part-7/enacted
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