Information for defence agents: Defence Agent Service (DAS)

DAS is an application which provides a digital portal for defence agents and COPFS staff. It  provides online access to digital services and information about cases.  DAS integrates with the Digital Evidence Sharing Capability (DESC) service and provides you with streamlined access to disclosure information, all in one place.

• When disclosure and service of documents are made in a case, a hyperlink in the notification email will allow you to securely access the material in DAS.
• DAS is available across a range of operating systems including on Android and iOS devices.
• You will see a list of active cases in your dashboard with court date information.
• You can access, view, download and print disclosed material multiple times in DAS, until the case is closed.
• DAS allows for seamless access to statements, documentary productions and DESC evidence online. It also allows you to receive service documents including Indictments, and S67s.  
• Disclosure and service material shared from COPFS arrive within minutes, so you will receive these without delay. 
• Centralised disclosure screens provide you with a consolidated view of disclosed material per category, such as Witness Statements and Service Documents. The view can also be filtered, allowing you to choose how you manage the case material.  
• You can appoint delegates within your firm to access and manage material on your behalf. This includes your defence agent colleagues and your office support staff.

We will add further features to DAS over the coming months, including: 

• Letter of Engagement (inform) submissions 
• Provision of Copy Complaint
• Further case engagement features

DAS is now fully rolled out and replaces the Secure Disclosure System (SDS) for disclosing evidence to defence agents.  Evidence held on DESC is also disclosed on DAS.  

We are continuing to engage with defence agents, across Scotland, to raise awareness of the new disclosure portal. 

Your DAS account login ends in @extcopfs.scot. You will use this to access DAS when we share disclosure with you.  

If you need your password reset, or if you do not have a DAS account, please contact servicedesk@copfs.gov.uk 

To get help and support please contact us by email or by calling 0300 020 3330. 

You can also watch the DAS explainer video or read the guidance.

COPFS would love to hear your feedback, comments and suggestions.

Please email defenceagentservice@copfs.gov.uk