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  1. 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.

    Guide
  2. Terrorism

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

    Guide
  3. 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.

    Guide
  4. 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.

    Guide
  5. Man who assembled deadly 3D-printed gun in his bedroom is sentenced

    James Maris, who used a 3D printer to assemble a deadly assault gun in his bedroom, has been ordered to carry out 300 hours of unpaid work.

    News Published: 21 Jan 2025
  6. Court process begins for Park Inn Hotel Fatal Accident Inquiry

    The Procurator Fiscal has lodged a First Notice with the Sheriff Court to begin the court process for an FAI into the death of Badreddin Abdalla Adam Bosh.

    News Published: 20 Jan 2025
  7. FAI Determination published for two men who died from Covid-19

    The Procurator Fiscal notes the conclusion of the joint Fatal Accident Inquiry into the deaths of Gordon Pinkerton and Francis Moore.

    News Published: 14 Jan 2025
  8. FAI Determination for Glenochil prisoner death published

    The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) notes the conclusion of the Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of 59-year-old Alexander Salmond.

    News Published: 14 Jan 2025
  9. Prosecution policy on Glasgow drug consumption facility

    The Lord Advocate has made a statement of prosecution policy in relation to possession of illegal drugs at a healthcare facility in Glasgow.

    News Published: 10 Jan 2025
  10. Former Scotland rugby player sentenced for domestic abuse campaign against former partner

    Former Scotland rugby player Stuart Hogg sentenced for domestic abuse campaign against former partner

    News Published: 09 Jan 2025