News
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Court process begins for the FAI into the death of an Angus woman
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Jacqui Hunter.
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FAI court process begins for the death of a construction worker
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Derek McLean.
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Lord Advocate announces review of diversion from prosecution for sexual offences
Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC has ordered a review of how prosecutors deal with diversion from prosecution in cases of serious sexual offences such as rape.
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Crown Office powers further toward a greener future with solar energy
Crown Office buildings are powering up for a greener future and reducing their carbon footprint by embracing solar energy
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New guidance published to protect children and vulnerable individuals from serious organised crime groups
New guidance has been put in place to help identify victims at risk of exploitation by serious organised crime groups.
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Court process begins for the FAI into the death of care home resident
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of Robert McPaul.
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Court process begins for the FAI into the death of Stirling man
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of 59-year-old Graham Anderson.
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Fatal Accident Inquiry Determination published following joiner’s death
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) notes the conclusion of the Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of John Norman Murray on Lewis.
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FAI court process begins for man who died in custody
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of 69-year-old Robert Chalmers.
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Pupils from St Peter the Apostle in Clydebank win prestigious COPFS Public Speaking Competition
Two pupils from St Peter the Apostle High School in Clydebank have been crowned winners of this year’s Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) school public speaking competition.