Crown Court of Scotland

The Crown Court of Scotland, formally known as the High Court of Justiciary, is the highest criminal court in Scotland. It deals with serious criminal cases, including murder, rape, and significant drug offenses. Cases are usually tried by a judge and a jury, and it has the authority to impose severe penalties. It also hears appeals on conviction and sentence from lower courts. Unlike some other legal systems, Scotland does not have a separate Crown Court; instead, its system blends the roles of prosecution and defense within a unique legal framework.