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  1. Terrorism prosecutions in Scotland

    This page gives information about terrorism prosecutions that have taken place in Scotland in recent years.

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  2. About the Sexual Offences Review

    Information about the review of how prosecutors in Scotland deal with reports of sexual offences.

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  3. Claim expenses for attending court

    How to claim back money you spent, or wages you lost, whilst attending court as a witness.

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  4. Expert witness guide

    This guide is for expert/skilled witnesses. It explains the standard of evidence the court requires and your duties regarding revelation of relevant evidence.

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  5. Terrorism

    Information for the public and legal professionals on terrorism offences in Scotland, including COPFS policies and how we are implementing recommendations. 

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  6. Our role in investigating deaths

    Death investigations are conducted by COPFS on behalf of the Lord Advocate. COPFS investigates all sudden, suspicious, accidental and unexplained deaths.

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  7. Scotland's criminal justice system

    This guide explains how crimes are dealt with by the police and COPFS. Plus, find out what happens at court and after a criminal verdict.

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  8. Sexual Offences Review

    This page holds information about the review of how prosecutors in Scotland deal with reports of sexual offences, and the subsequent recommendations.

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  9. Alternatives to prosecution

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

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  10. Your rights as a victim

    When you are affected by crime in Scotland, you have rights. The Victims’ Code for Scotland sets these out and tells you where to go for help and advice.

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