Coronavirus (COVID-19): Justice Analytical Services data report - September 2020

Fourth 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, courts and prisons.


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Fiscal fine limits were increased as part of the Coronavirus (Scotland) Act 2020.

The numbers of subjects receiving a Fiscal Fine have generally remained below 19-20 average levels (dotted lines) since lockdown began.

The number of subjects given Fiscal fixed penalties has increased sharply since early August and has exceeded 19-20 average levels since mid-August.

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Line graph showing the number of subjects marked for non-court disposals by COPFS.

Contact

Email: Justice_Analysts@gov.scot

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