Coronavirus (COVID-19): Justice Analytical Services data report- October 2021
This pack provides information on the impact of COVID-19 on the Justice system during October 2021.
Data has been gathered from a number of different sources and may be subject to future revision.
How crime flows through the Justice System
Incident reported
Crime classified and suspect charged
After an incident is reported, it is reviewed by police to determine if it is a crime. If it is a crime, the police will charge the suspect (where possible) and issue:
- a Fixed Penalty Notice or Recorded Police Warning
- a report to COPFS
- decide to take no further action
Police report the case to COPFS
The accused will be:
1. Kept in custody - case called on the next court day
2. Released on an undertaking - accused told when to appear and may have bail conditions
3. At liberty - if prosecuted, the accused will receive a citation stating the charge and when to appear
Report marked by COPFS
Prosecutor decides if the accused is prosecuted:
1. No action - for example, if there is not enough evidence,
2. Direct measure - an alternative to prosecution, for example, a Fiscal Fine or warning letter
3. Summary prosecution - Justice of the Peace or Sheriff Court (no jury)
4. Solemn prosecution - Sheriff or High Court (with jury)
Case heard and court outcomes
Iif the accused is found guilty in court, or they tendered a guilty plea, then they can be given:
- Custodial sentence
- Community sentence
- Monetary penalty
- Admonished/dismissed
- 'Other' disposal
Contact
Email: JusticeAnalysts@gov.scot
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