This informative book presents an analysis of modern sentencing practice in Scotland, concentrating on the decisions of the criminal appeal court over the last decade.It is often asserted that there are no sentencing guidelines in Scotland.
Although none are issued, an examination of the decisions of the appeal court discloses a substantial amount of guidance.Part One deals with principles applicable in sentencing. Part Two is devoted to an analysis of sentences. This practical and comprehensive book is invaluable to criminal law practitioners. Previously a T & T Clarke publication.""
