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What is a 'caution or charge'?
In the UK, a caution is a formal warning given by the police for minor offences, avoiding court. A charge means the police believe there's enough evidence to take someone to court. The 29.4% success rate in the pilot scheme refers to cases where police either issued a caution or decided to pursue a prosecution, showing the system's effectiveness.
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