RCS Briefing on Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill provisions

Rape Crisis Scotland urges MSPs to support provisions in the Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill to allow for judge or sheriff led trials without juries for a time limited period. We believe if this provision isn’t passed, the consequences for complainers in sexual offence trials could be devastating.

Rape Crisis Scotland strategy document

This document outlines the key priorities identified by Rape Crisis Scotland through which we intend to work towards our vision of a Scotland free from sexual violence.

National Advocacy Project - Briefing

The Rape Crisis Scotland National Advocacy Project was launched in February 2016 and comprised of 15 advocacy workers based in local Rape Crisis Centres. With an increase in funding secured in 2018 there are now 23 advocacy workers within the rape crisis network. The National Advocacy Project provides dedicated advocacy support for survivors of sexual violence who have reported or are considering reporting the offences to the police.

The use of sexual history & character evidence in Scottish courts

A summary of the evaluation of the provisions in the Sexual Offences (Procedure and Evidence) (Scotland) Act 2002

The use of sexual history & character evidence in Scottish courts

A summary of the evaluation of the provisions in the Sexual Offences (Procedure and Evidence) (Scotland) Act 2002

Briefing on Proposed Amendment to the Criminal Scotland Justice Bill

Criminal Justice (Scotland) Bill: A Rape Crisis Scotland Briefing

Rape Crisis Scotland has produced a Briefing Paper on the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Bill, which was introduced by the Scottish Government following Lord Carloway’s review and takes forward his recommendations. Although the Bill covers a range of measures, our focus is very much on matters of concern to victims of sexual crimes.