WRITE UP MODEL
WJEC LEVEL 3 APPLIED DIPLOMA IN
CRIMINOLOGY
Summary: Criminology Unit 3 – AC 2.4
Assess Key Influences Affecting Outcomes of Criminal Cases
The outcome of a criminal case is not determined by evidence alone. A range of key
influences can shape jury decision-making and verdicts, including witness testimony, legal
representation, plea bargaining, and expert evidence. These factors can significantly affect
fairness and may contribute to miscarriages of justice.
Witness Testimony