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Homicides in Scotland in 2001 - Statistics Published
Appeals against convictions for murder (1) and culpable homicide, by outcome, 1992-2001 | Table 9 |
| Crime of which convicted before appeal |
Murder | Culpable homicide |
Total number (=100%) | 215 | 101 |
|
Percentage: | | |
Conviction quashed | 4 | 1 |
Charge reduced | 4 | - |
Sentence reduced | - | 28 |
Retrial ordered | 3 | 4 |
Other appeal sustained | - | 2 |
Dismissed | 39 | 39 |
Abandoned (2) | 50 | 27 |
1. Excludes appeals by persons convicted of murder appealing against the effective start date of their sentence.
2. Includes, from September 1995 onwards, appeals refused at sift stage.
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