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Our role in the justice process
Summary of COPFS and its role as Scotland’s prosecution service. This includes processing of reported crimes and preparing criminal cases for court.
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Our leadership and structure
Information about COPFS's structure and teams, senior leaders and governance arrangements.
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Legal traineeships
COPFS's legal traineeship is the final stage of qualifying as a Scottish solicitor and consists of a two-year supervised period of in-office training.
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Benefits and wellbeing at work
Benefits of working at COPFS, including pay scales, annual leave allowances, and how we support your wellbeing.
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Our role in investigating criminal allegations against the police
Information about the role of COPFS in investigating criminal allegations against on duty police officers.
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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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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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For professionals
View guidance for defence agents, medical professionals and others. Defence agents can access the PIDM booking system.
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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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Reporting deaths
Information for medical professionals regarding deaths that need to be reported to COPFS and how to make a report.