English and Welsh Children and Young People in Conflict with the law in Scotland

This factsheet gives an overview of the Scottish system of dealing with children in conflict with the law, including relevant vocabulary and the implications for those children.

Content Summary

  • Background
  • Who is this Guide for?
  • Age of Criminal Responsibility in Scotland
  • At the Police station
  • The Children’s Hearing System
  • Right to Legal Representation
  • The Sheriff’s Court
  • Disclosure of Childhood Offences
  • Glossary
  • Additional resources

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