# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Rule 5.6: Custody of case materials

Extent: E+W

Unless the court otherwise directs, in respect of each case the court officer must—
(a) keep—
(i) any evidence, application, representation or other material served by the parties, and
(ii) any evidence or other material prepared for the court; or
(b) arrange for the whole or any part to be kept by some other appropriate person, subject to—
(i) any condition imposed by the court, and
(ii) the rules in Part 34 (Appeal to the Crown Court) and Part 36 (Appeal to the Court of Appeal: general rules) about keeping exhibits pending any appeal.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/rule/5.6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/rule-5.6
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