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mental welfare report
The Scottish Sentencing Council has today published a report following a roundtable discussion it held with stakeholders on the sentencing of people with mental welfare difficulties.
Research indicates the brain does not fully mature until you are at least 25
Sentencing should take account of compelling evidence that the brain does not fully mature until at least the age of 25, according to a review of research undertaken by the University of Edinburgh on behalf of the Scottish Sentencing Council.
Public to have their say on proposed sentencing guideline for young people
Members of the public are being invited to give their views on a new sentencing guideline which states that rehabilitation should be a primary consideration when young people are being sentenced.
Advice on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
If you are due to attend court and have questions regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), please see the Scottish Court and Tribunals website for the latest advice and guidance.
Scottish Sentencing Council extends consultation on sentencing guideline for young people
The Scottish Sentencing Council is extending the deadline for responding to the consultation on its sentencing young people draft guideline until 21 August 2020