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  1. The Procurator Fiscal notes the publication of the determination in the discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Shéa Ryan.

    The Procurator Fiscal notes the publication of the determination in the discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Shéa Ryan.

    News Published: 05 Aug 2025
  2. Foster carer subjected vulnerable children to cruel and unnatural treatment

    Woman from Midlothian found guilty of abusing children in her care

    News Published: 07 Aug 2025
  3. Former Edinburgh teacher found to have abused young boys  

    Ex Edinburgh Academy teacher found to have targeted pupils between 1966 and 1993.  

    News Published: 11 Aug 2025
  4. 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
  5. Sexual Offences Review

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

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  6. Resources

    Read our guidance publications which include language translations. This section also has a glossary of legal terms and resources for schools.

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  7. Words and meanings

    An A to Z guide explaining the legal terms you may come into contact with when dealing with the Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal in Scotland.

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  8. Resources for schools

    Read more about engagement projects run by COPFS, in partnership with other organisations, to help educate children and young people about the justice system.

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  9. For professionals

    View guidance for defence agents, medical professionals and others. Defence agents can access the PIDM booking system.

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  10. Pre-intermediate diet meeting (PIDM) booking

    Guidance for defence agents on booking PIDMs at different COPFS offices. Includes setup and use of our electronic app.

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