Court orders, sentences and convictions
How sentences are worked out, prison sentences and appealing a sentence or conviction.
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Antisocial Behaviour Orders (ASBO)
Find out why you can be given an ASBO, and what happens if you break it.
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Animal disqualification orders
A court can ban you from owning or keeping animals, dealing in animals, or transporting animals.
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Appeal a sentence or conviction
How to appeal a sentence or conviction if you're found guilty of a crime at court.
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Apply to reduce your driving disqualification period
How to apply to court to reduce your driving ban. Includes who can apply and how much it costs.
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Football Banning Orders
A court can ban you from attending all football matches in Scotland, the rest of the UK and abroad for up to 10 years.
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How sentences are worked out
What a judge considers when deciding a sentence – includes what the law says and sentencing factors.
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Miscarriage of justice: claim compensation
How to apply for compensation for a miscarriage of justice. Includes the Statutory Scheme and the Ex Gratia Scheme.
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Serve or enforce a court order
Information on how to serve or enforce a court order.
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Sex Offenders Register
If someone is convicted of a sexual offence, their details will be held on the Sex Offenders Register.
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Types of prison sentences
The range of prison sentences a court can give – including determinate sentences, life sentences and Orders for Lifelong Restriction.
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