Central Criminal Court FAQs
How many court rooms in old Bailey?
There are 18 court rooms covering serious cases such as murder, terrorism and drug related crimes.
Can a case be moved to a different court
Yes. Old Bailly is for more serious cases.
Can i observe a trial?
Is it possible yes, arrive early though and bring ID ect I'm not 100% on entry for observers
Why is the Old Bailey 'Lady of Justice' not blindfolded?
Because justice at the Old Bailey is not blind.
How long does one stay as a juror on a case?
Until the case has come to an end usually. Of course the length depends on the case and which court it is in. The bigger the case the longer the procedure. And then it is however long it takes for the jurers to consider and debate all the evidence provided.
Where do I email appeal to in criminal courts
Central Criminal Court, Old Bailey deals with criminal cases not appeals.
Why is it called the old bailey
It's the name of the street
Is Parking Available nearby?
Not sure, I got there by tube
When does the court session start at the central criminal court.
Is the Old Bailey open in August 2020?
Yes it is open. There are only 4 courts open and you have to be named to go in
Can member of public go in court
Yes. There's a public gallery. Check out their website for access info.
Can I get a copy of a Court Record in 1983 online?
Think you may need to submit a freedom of information request to The Old Bailey. The national archives has the records for anything over 30 years old.
Should family cases be taken to criminal court
The defendant can insist it goes to crown court. But it generally depends on how serious the offence is
Where can we put our personal items?
If you're serving there's lockers behind the cafe. bring a pound coin
Can you film here? Ie for a tv show?
No you cant record in any criminal court
Why is the old baileys slogan is spelt
"To protect the children of the poor and PVNISH the wrongdoer"
I have searched the web far and wide to NO AVAIL.. DO YOU KNOW WHY????
Its common for (especially old) inscriptions to be written this way. The origin is from the fact Latin doesnt have seperate U and V characters. It's not specific to the old bailey, you will see it on lots if old inscriptions in london. See this for a start https://www.dictionary.com/e/theletteru/
My grandfather used to be a judge here how do I find out information about the days when he was a judge will it be here or at the LMA
I would contact Judicial Office at the Ministry of Justice
Is the Old Bailey a crown court?
Yes. But deals with more serious criminal cases.
Can you take students here?
Is the public gallery open at the old baily
As far as I am aware, the public galleries are still open. However, you will have to hand your mobile phone to the security guards as they will not allow you into the courts with them.
Can a novelist be allowed to arrange to spend a short period of time witn a student prosecutor of Criminal law At the Court 's indescresion basicaly shadowing them or observing them at their Work?...
Where is there loading bay for goods
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Do you need ID to visit the courts
How can I get information/records from a previous trial at The Old Bailey back in 1997?