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Nov 15, 2023
A pilot scheme, introduced at three Scottish courts to improve the processing of summary crime, has led to a 1/3rd fewer police witnesses being cited in domestic abuse cases in its first 12 months.
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Nov 13, 2023
A new plea surgery at Glasgow Sheriff Court has led to the early resolution of nearly 130 cases.
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Nov 07, 2023
The surveys, which have been carried out in three phases, covered jury trials, civil and summary criminal business.
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Nov 01, 2023
SCTS would be grateful if parties who wish to lead evidence from witnesses located outside of the UK could assist with the following request from Wednesday 1 November.
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Nov 01, 2023
The forms were created following detailed consideration by the Criminal Courts Rules Council with input from the judiciary, Victim Support Scotland, Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service, the Crown Office and Procurator Service, the defence bar and the Scottish Government.
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