News
16.05.2024
New research examines how victims of sexual offences view sentencing in Scotland
New research examining the views of victims of sexual offences has found that they often experience a lack of information, communication and understanding during and after the sentencing process.
The study heard from 14 women with experience of sexual violence and gathered their views and attitudes towards sentencing.
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07.05.2024
New death by driving interactive case study
The Council has developed a new interactive scenario on death by dangerous driving – offering people the chance to play the role of a judge.
The ‘If you were the judge’ activity follows the case of Tom, a motorist who has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.
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01.05.2024
Scottish Sentencing Research Symposium
The Council recently hosted the inaugural Scottish Sentencing Research Symposium, an event which welcomed experts from across the UK to offer perspectives on sentencing research.
A full report of the event has now been published on the Council website, along with presentations from the various speakers.
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Spotlight on sentencing
28.11.2023
10 facts about the sentencing young people guideline
The sentencing young people guideline applies in cases where the person being sentenced is 24 or under. It reflects the need for a more individualistic approach when sentencing young people. In our latest blog, we set out key facts about the guideline.
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12.10.2023
Community Justice Scotland: New training course for people involved in the delivery of unpaid work
Community Justice Scotland’s Learning, Development and Innovation Lead James Murphy explains the importance of training front line workers to support people completing Community Payback Orders.
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27.06.2023
Life sentences explained
A life sentence is the highest penalty available in Scotland's courts. In this blog, we explain the different stages of the sentence, including the punishment part, the parole process, and release on life licence.
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Read about the rights of victims and the services and support available to them across our justice system.
Short videos explaining sentencing for victims of crime and for offenders and their families. Includes easy listen and watch.
As part of the Scottish Sentencing Council’s work to promote awareness and understanding of sentencing, a series of educational resources for Modern Studies teachers has been developed.