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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 sexual offence case.

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You can receive a free copy of a judge鈥檚 sentencing remarks if you are either:

  • a family member of a victim of homicide (murder, manslaughter or offences of causing death on the road, such as dangerous driving)
  • a victim of rape or sexual offences

Also, the defendant must have been found or pleaded guilty and sentenced by a Crown Court judge.

If you are not eligible to apply for a free copy of the judge鈥檚 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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Updates to this page

Published 28 May 2024
Last updated 1 June 2025 show all updates
  1. New return address added to the form

  2. Added a Welsh version of the page

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