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Rape sentencing guidelines now in effect
The Scottish Sentencing Council’s new sentencing guidelines on rape offences come into effect today (3 March). The two new guidelines cover offences of rape and rape of a young child under the age of 13.
Council releases report exploring unwarranted disparities
The Council has released a new research report exploring the consistency of sentencing in Scottish courts.
New easy read guide on sentencing in Scotland
The Scottish Sentencing Council has released a new easy read guide on Sentencing of Crimes in Scotland.
New research on public attitudes towards the sentencing of environmental and wildlife offences
The Council has released a new research report looking at public attitudes towards the sentencing of environmental and wildlife offences in Scotland.
Conference marks 10-year anniversary of the Scottish Sentencing Council
The Scottish Sentencing Council hosted a conference to mark its 10-year anniversary.