procurator fiscal

British

noun

Sometimes shortened to: fiscal. (in Scotland) a legal officer who performs the functions of public prosecutor and coroner

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"The FAI followed a thorough and comprehensive investigation by the procurator fiscal who ensured that the full facts and circumstances of Archie's death were presented in evidence."

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Police Scotland said a report would be submitted to the procurator fiscal over the incident.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

A force spokesperson said: "There are no suspicious circumstances, and a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal."

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

"On discussion with the procurator fiscal, it became clear that perhaps taking the money was the best option. But in truth we felt, and it seems crazy, that we'd let people down."

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2025

As procurator fiscal, it is my business to inquire into such affairs.

From Simon by Clouston, J. Storer (Joseph Storer)

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