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  1. Rapist has prison sentenced increased after Crown appeal

    A man who raped two young women has had his prison sentence increased following a successful appeal by the Crown.

    News Published: 25 Sept 2024
  2. Gunman has prison sentence increased after Crown appeal

    A man found guilty of firearm offences has had his prison sentence increased following a successful appeal by the Crown.

    News Published: 03 Sept 2024
  3. Fatal Accident Inquiries process begins for two prisoners who died from covid

    The Procurator Fiscal has lodged papers to commence the court process for Fatal Accident Inquiries into the deaths of Edward Simpson and John Ian Reid.  

    News Published: 12 Aug 2025
  4. Review my witness statement

    How to access the statement you gave the police or COPFS

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  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. Making a Victim (Impact) Statement

    Information on what a Victim (Impact) Statement is, how to submit one and when they are used in a case.

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  7. Defence agent service

    Information and guidance about the new digital service for defence agents (DAS) to securely access disclosure services and case information. 

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  8. News

    Find the latest news stories from COPFS as well as information about publications and organisational updates.

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  9. People with learning disabilities

    Guidance for carers of persons who have a learning disability and are involved in a case as a victim or witness.

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  10. Deaths investigation video script

    This page contains the script for the deaths investigation informational video.

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