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Citizens Advice Witness Service

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  1. Giving evidence as a witness can be daunting and the court process can be complicated and difficult to understand. The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides free and independent support for both prosecution and defence witnesses in every criminal court in England and Wales.
    Our trained volunteers provide practical information about the court process as well as emotional support to help witnesses feel more confident when giving evidence.

    We can:

    provide information about the court process

    show witnesses the courtroom ahead of the trial

    be there to talk to in confidence

    accompany witnesses when they give their evidence

    be there to give support on the day of the trial; at verdict and sentencing

    help prepare witnesses who need extra support, this can be at their home or another safe place

    help claim expenses

    work with other agencies to make sure the right support is provided

    refer witnesses to our partners, including local Citizens Advice after the trial for support with other issues

    Please see our website for more details and how to apply for support.

Organisation last updated

  1. 18 December 2023

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