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Scotland has abolished the unique not proven verdict from January 1st, as part of the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Act. This reform, passed by MSPs, also raises the jury majority required for conviction to two-thirds. Justice Secretary Angela Constance said: "Victims, families and support organisations campaigned long and hard for the abolition of the not proven verdict." The changes aim to enhance clarity in verdicts and improve the treatment of victims, including the establishment of a specialist sex offences court and lifetime anonymity for survivors.
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