Coronavirus (COVID-19): Justice Analytical Services data report - October 2020
Fifth release of a monthly data report on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the justice system in Scotland, including information from Police Scotland, Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service, and Scottish Prison Service.
First substantive marking
When COPFS receive a report that someone has committed a crime the prosecutor must decide what action to take. This is recorded on the case as a "marking". If a decision cannot be taken immediately, an interim marking may be recorded. When a substantive decision is reached a First Substantive Marking (FSM) is recorded, to indicate how the prosecutor has decided to proceed.
| Fiscal Week Beginning 26 October 2020 | 19-20 weekly average | Weekly average since lockdown | % of 19-20 average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accused given a First Substantive Marking | 3,445 | 3,028 | 88% |
| Accused that are in the process of being marked (interim marked) | 2,971 | 3,487 | 117% |
| Accused that have not begun the marking process (unmarked) | 16,477 | 12,427 | 75% |
FSM Reports
Returning to 2019-20 levels
Unmarked
A quarter lower than last year
Contact
Email: Justice_Analysts@gov.scot
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