Review committee meets to discuss Ched Evans case

The convicted rapist was released from prison last year after serving half of his five-year sentence. Credit: Martin Rickett/PA Wire

Ched Evans' latest attempt to have his rape conviction overturned is being discussed by the body that investigates alleged miscarriages of justice.

The former Wales footballer applied for a review by the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) last year.

A case committee of three CCRC Commissioners is meeting to consider his case today, after an investigation phase lasting 10 months.

They can reach three possible conclusions: that more investigative work is needed before a decision is made, that Evans's case should not be considered for appeal, or that it should be referred to the Court of Appeal.

Evans, 26, was released from prison last year after serving half of his five-year sentence for the rape of a 19-year-old woman in a hotel in Rhyl in April 2012.

The footballer has always maintained his innocence. An earlier appeal against his conviction was rejected by three judges at the Court of Appeal in 2012.

Evans has made attempts to restart his career but potential moves to Oldham Athletic and his former club Sheffield United collapsed in the face of public outcry.

If a provisional or final decision is made, it is typically several days or even weeks before the applicant and others are informed of the conclusion.