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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.

    Guide
  2. Lord Advocate’s guidelines: offences committed by children

    Lord Advocate’s guidelines to police on the reporting to COPFS of offences alleged to have been committed by children.

    Document Published: 01 Mar 2014
  3. 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.

    Guide
  4. Information for defence agents: Defence Agent Service (DAS)

    This page provides information for defence agents about DAS. An application developed to provide a new digital portal for defence agents and our staff.

    Guide
  5. Sensitive processing for law enforcement purposes - Appropriate policy document

    This policy sets out our procedures for ensuring compliance with data protection relating to the processing of special categories and criminal convictions.

    Document Published: 20 Sept 2024
  6. Diversion from prosecution

    This guide provides information on referral of individuals for diversion.

    Guide
  7. Attending court: guide for victims and witnesses

    This guide explains the process for victims involved in court proceedings. This guide replaces the Being a witness leaflet.

    Guide
  8. Guide for bereaved family members

    Answers to common questions about the investigation of a family member's death.

    Guide
  9. Decision making in cases of child accused

    Agreement between COPFS and Scottish Children's Reporter Administration (SCRA) regarding decision making in cases of children jointly reported to COPFS and SCRA

    Document Published: 01 Nov 2015
  10. Lord Advocate’s rules: review of a decision not to prosecute

    Read the Lord Advocate's rule regarding a victims' right to review following a decision not to prosecute.

    Document Published: 01 Jun 2015