News
23.01.2024
New video on community sentencing
The Council has released a new video on community sentencing in Scotland, with various contributors sharing their views and experiences.
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16.01.2024
The Council's death by driving guideline is now in force
The new sentencing guideline on death by driving offences comes into effect today (16 January).
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29.12.2023
Draft minutes of December 2023 meeting of the Scottish Sentencing Council
The draft minutes of the Council’s meeting held at Tulliallan Castle on 8 December 2023 are now available.
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Spotlight on sentencing
28.11.2023
10 facts about the sentencing young people guideline
The sentencing young people guideline applies in cases where the person being sentenced is 24 or under. It reflects the need for a more individualistic approach when sentencing young people. In our latest blog, we set out key facts about the guideline.
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12.10.2023
Community Justice Scotland: New training course for people involved in the delivery of unpaid work
Community Justice Scotland’s Learning, Development and Innovation Lead James Murphy explains the importance of training front line workers to support people completing Community Payback Orders.
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27.06.2023
Life sentences explained
A life sentence is the highest penalty available in Scotland's courts. In this blog, we explain the different stages of the sentence, including the punishment part, the parole process, and release on life licence.
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Read about the rights of victims and the services and support available to them across our justice system.
Short videos explaining sentencing for victims of crime and for offenders and their families. Includes easy listen and watch.
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.