You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
- you’re the victim of a crime - in which case you’ll be a witness for the prosecution
- you witnessed a crime - you could be a witness for the prosecution or the defence
- someone you know has been accused of a crime - you’ll be asked to talk about what kind of person they are by the defence
You might not actually end up going to court, but you'll be kept updated on what happens next.
If you’re worried about going to court, you can get free help and support from the Citizens Advice Witness Service. Fill in the contact form or call 0300 332 1000 and someone will contact you within 2 working days.
Please visit our website for more details.