Apply for a transcript of a judge's sentencing remarks
Use this form to ask for a free written record (known as a transcript) of a judge's sentencing remarks in a Crown Court homicide or serious sexual offence case.
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You can receive a free copy of a judge’s sentencing remarks if:
- you are a family member of a victim of homicide (murder, manslaughter or offences of causing death on the road, such as dangerous driving) or
- you are a victim of rape or serious sexual offences and
- the defendant was found or pleaded guilty and was sentenced by a Crown Court judge
If you are not eligible to apply for a free copy of the judge’s sentencing remarks, or you want a longer court transcript, you can apply using Form EX107. You may have to pay costs.
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- Right-click on the document link then select ‘Save link as’ or ‘Download linked file’.
- Save the form (in your ‘documents’ folder, for example).
- Open Adobe Reader and then select the saved form.
If the form still does not open, contact hmctsforms@justice.gov.uk.
If you need a printed version contact your local court.
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