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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Katharine Hay

New guidance for sentencing young people comes into effect

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New guidance that aims to ensure rehabilitation is a “primary consideration” when young offenders are sentenced has come into force in courts across Scotland.

The sentencing young people guideline applies to people under the age of 25 from the date they are found guilty or make a guilty plea.

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