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Our role in investigating deaths
Death investigations are conducted by COPFS on behalf of the Lord Advocate. COPFS investigates all sudden, suspicious, accidental and unexplained deaths.
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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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Expert witness guide
This guide is for expert/skilled witnesses. It explains the standard of evidence the court requires and your duties regarding revelation of relevant evidence.
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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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Using the Pre-intermediate Diet Meeting (PIDM) booking system
A guide on how to use the PIDM booking system for Defence Agents to book slots with the Crown for summary cases.
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Book a pre-intermediate diet meeting (PIDM)
System for Defence Agents to book a Pre-intermediate Diet Meeting (PIDM) with the Crown (for summary cases where intermediate and trial diets are fixed).
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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.
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Defence agent service pilot
Information and guidance about the new digital service for defence agents (DAS) to securely access disclosure services and case information.