Publications
Printable resources by COPFS to support and advise those involved in a criminal case or death investigation.
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Information about Prosecution and Defence (Easy read)
This guide provides information about Prosecution and Defence for people with a learning disability.
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Information about the police (Easy read)
This guide provides information about the police for people with a learning disability.
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Police and prosecution recovery of sensitive personal records
Victim Information and Advice (VIA) leaflet for witnesses who have been advised that access to their sensitive personal records is required as part of a case.
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Police or prosecution recovery of sensitive personal records (Easy read)
An easy read booklet explaining why the police or prosecutor might need to see all or some of your personal records during a criminal case.
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Review of victim care in the justice sector in Scotland
A Victim Review carried out by Dr Lesley Thomson QC which recommends ways in which the justice system could better serve victims of crime
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The Family Liaison Charter
Read the charter for bereaved families which sets standards for the communication that COPFS will have with them.
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Victims' Code for Scotland
This Victims’ Code for Scotland clearly and simply sets out the rights of victims in one place.