Solemn proceedings is the term used in Scotland for serious criminal cases prosecuted on indictment before a

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and

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. These are distinct from summary proceedings before a

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or justice of the peace sitting without a jury.

References

Scottish criminal law {{Scotland-law-stub

See also

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