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'Explain why estimates place the number of secured convictions at around 2% of total crimes committed'.
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Word Count: 1427 Crime and Criminal Justice Daniel Kaye 'Explain why estimates place the number of secured convictions at around 2% of total crimes committed' A conviction is gained when a person or persons are proved to be guilty of committing the crime with which they are charged, these range from 'white collar' crimes such as theft and burglary to those at the opposing end of the spectrum such as rape and homicide. The conviction is the eventual outcome of a successful and efficient criminal justice system. There are several processes that must ensue in order to arrive at this ultimate outcome. Initially, the police are involved in some capacity, either by way of arrest or complaint. The police then take statements and decide (in convergence with the victim or victims) whether or not to proceed with criminal charges being brought against the accused. If the decision is made to press charges, written and taped...
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