2018-2021 Business plan
The Scottish Sentencing Council's 2018-2021 Business plan has now been published.
2018-2021 Business plan
Sentencing videos - If you were the judge
Watch our video about the court case of Jack, who assaulted a nightclub steward, and then decide what sentence you would give - if you were the judge. Our series also includes videos for: victims of crime; offenders & their families; and easy listen & watch.
Approval of Scotland's first sentencing guideline
Watch this historic moment as Lord Carloway, Lord Brodie, and Lord Drummond Young approve the principles and purposes of sentencing guideline.
Education Resources
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.
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26.02.19
Council offers views ahead of parliamentary debate on sentencing
The potential impact of sentencing guidelines being introduced which have not been properly considered and tested would be considerable, according to the Scottish Sentencing Council, which has stressed the importance of taking an evidence-based approach, involving appropriate levels of research and consultation.
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