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  1. After the verdict: information for accused persons

    This page contains information for accused persons on what happens at the end of a criminal trial.

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  2. Adult survivors of institutional child abuse

    This document is a guide for adult survivors of institutional child abuse. This page contains information which some individuals may find upsetting.

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  3. Drugs trafficker who advised gangland criminals on police surveillance has sentenced increased after Crown appeal

    Drugs trafficker Ian Sweeney has had his prison sentence increased following a successful appeal by the Crown.

    News Published: 28 Jan 2025
  4. After the verdict: guide for parent and carers

    This guide explains what happens at the end of a court case and afterwards. It contains information relevant to parents and carers.

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  5. Former Edinburgh teacher found to have abused young boys  

    Ex Edinburgh Academy teacher found to have targeted pupils between 1966 and 1993.  

    News Published: 11 Aug 2025
  6. Four jailed for human trafficking offences in Glasgow

    Four jailed for human trafficking offences in Glasgow

    News Published: 10 Nov 2022
  7. Court process begins for Park Inn Hotel Fatal Accident Inquiry

    The Procurator Fiscal has lodged a First Notice with the Sheriff Court to begin the court process for an FAI into the death of Badreddin Abdalla Adam Bosh.

    News Published: 20 Jan 2025
  8. Defence 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.

    Document Published: 29 Jun 2020
  9. COPFS pre-employment checks

    This page details the six main parts which form our standard pre-employment checks. You should only complete these checks if you have been asked to by COPFS.

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  10. Man jailed for stranger rape after forcing way into victim’s home

    A man who forced his way into the home of a woman before violently raping and sexually assaulting her has been jailed.

    News Published: 15 Apr 2025