Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016

The Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016 is legislation that updates and consolidates Scottish criminal law, focusing on procedures for prosecution, sentencing, detention, and measures aimed at reducing reoffending. It introduces reforms such as new sentencing options, enhanced measures for managing offenders, and modernizes legal processes to improve efficiency and public safety. The Act also addresses issues like bail, the use of detention, and provisions for vulnerable witnesses, aiming to create a fairer, more effective criminal justice system in Scotland.