sheriff court
Britishnoun
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Audit Scotland said there were ongoing discussions about whether a similar approach could be taken in solemn cases, which were held before a judge and jury in the sheriff court and high court.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
"Because of this, we have submitted an application to the sheriff court seeking cancellation of the provider's registration of the care home," said a CI spokesperson.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2022
Lawyers for Trump International Golf Course Scotland claimed in Edinburgh sheriff court that police witness statements from the staff who took the photos could not be released.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 9, 2017
A 46-year-old man from Aberdeen is to appear at the city's sheriff court on Monday in connection with the recovery.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2011
Other buildings are the sheriff court house, and the Spence Library, founded by the widow of William Spence the mathematician.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 5 "Greek Law" to "Ground-Squirrel" by Various
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