Journal online news
- in the category: criminal law
Abusive Behaviour Bill given stage 1 backing in MSPs' report
Committee supports principles of revenge porn and jury direction measures
Anti-terrorism provision held incompatible with human rights
No safeguards for use of stop power in relation to journalistic material
SCBA office bearers re-elected for 2016
Thomas Ross and Claire Mitchell continue in top two posts
Company cleared in parking fraud case
"No case to answer" submission upheld after Crown evidence
Parking company on fraud charges for invalid claims
Letters cited England-only legislation
New Lord President promises further action to tackle delays
Carloway promises to address issues in civil and criminal cases
Lord Bonomy to lead hunting law review
Former judge to consider whether law offers sufficient protection
Ministers consult on scope of domestic abuse offence
Forms of controlling or threatening behaviour could be criminalised
Scottish courts score again in user survey
Overall satisfaction rating for services at 89%
Legal aid spending falling, SLAB annual report reveals
Criminal caseflow changes and lower civil takeup behind 8% drop
Inverness to be given new justice centre
Funding approved for purpose built hub over next three years
Society hits out at fresh legal aid cuts
"Unrealistic" budget proposes lowest cash total for over 20 years