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  • Rape offences - consultation

    The Scottish Sentencing Council is preparing two guidelines on offences of rape. The first is on rape, and the second is on rape of a young child. We believe that these guidelines will bring benefits to the courts, to those involved in such cases, and to the wider public. Sexual offences, including rape, are of public concern, and they account for a rising proportion of sentencing in the Scottish courts. These offences can involve a wide range of... More
    Closes 18 October 2024
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