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  1. Alternatives to prosecution

    This page contains information about alternatives to prosecution that may be considered by the Procurator Fiscal.

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  2. How to make a complaint to COPFS (Easy read)

    This booklet tells you how you can make a complaint to COPFS if you are unhappy about something.

    Document Published: 25 Mar 2019
  3. Rapist has prison sentence increased after Crown appeal

    A man found guilty of raping two women and sexually assaulting a third has had his prison sentence increased following a successful appeal by the Crown.

    News Published: 01 Aug 2024
  4. Rapist and child abuser has prison sentence increased after Crown appeal

    A rapist who abused seven victims over the course of 25 years has had his prison sentence increased following a successful appeal by the Crown.

    News Published: 25 Oct 2024
  5. Boat hire pair fined for failings that led to a man’s death

    A 64-year-old-man and a 57-year-old woman have been fined a total of £10,000 for health and safety failings which led to a 23-year-old man's death by drowning.

    News Published: 11 Jan 2023
  6. Witness Gateway

    This Witness Gateway is an online service which has been developed to improve the experience of victims and witnesses who are involved in a case.

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  7. Court arrangements for Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 September

    Information for people due to attend Scottish courts during period of mourning following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

    News Published: 09 Sept 2022
  8. Careers

    Working for COPFS – details of jobs available now and how to apply, training schemes, and what we can offer.

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  9. Court process begins for the FAI into the death of care home resident

    The Procurator Fiscal has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Robert McPaul. 

    News Published: 04 Jul 2023
  10. Scotland’s prosecution service to recruit 140 additional staff

    COPFS have been given additional in-year budget of £3.6million to fund the recruitment up to 140 permanent staff.

    News Published: 27 Aug 2018