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The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) and the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) will receive £1.1 million in additional funding in response to a consistent rise in the number of reported sexual offences in Scotland since 2010. The aim of the funding is to deal with the additional caseload by improving the

If you are facing an allegation of causing death by dangerous driving this will be of considerable concern to both you and your family. Causing death by dangerous driving is the most serious motoring offence and, therefore, can result in severe penalties. Specialist legal advice is essential if you are accused of this offence to

Earlier this year, the Scottish Government published a report reviewing the evidence surrounding cyber-crime in Scotland. The review focuses on how cyber-crime is measured, the nature and extent of cyber-crime, apparent evidence gaps, and potential evidence sources going forward. It covers both individuals and businesses. While cyber-crime is difficult to define, the Scottish Government adopts

A new report has revealed that crimes of handling of offensive weapons fell by more than two thirds in Scotland over the last decade.  In addition, there have been fewer convictions for handling offensive weapons and a fall in the number of emergency hospital admissions due to assault with a sharp object over the same

New statistics published by the Scottish Government and Crown Office on hate crimes reported in 2017/18 have suggested more people are coming forward to report these incidents.  The figures show that: “Hate crime is a key priority for Police Scotland,” commented Chief Superintendent John McKenzie. “We recognise the deep personal impact it has on individuals,