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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. FAI determination with recommendations published following hospital death

    The Procurator Fiscal notes the publication of the determination for the discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Kerry Ann Finnigan.

    News Published: 28 Jan 2026
  9. Court process begins for the FAI into the death of a Fraserburgh baby

    The Procurator Fiscal has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Olly-James Sievwright. 

    News Published: 28 Jan 2026
  10. Former house master convicted of non-recent abuse of children at Newton Stewart school

    A house master found guilty of sexually abusing and assaulting vulnerable children at a residential school has been sentenced.

    News Published: 21 Jan 2026