High Court of Justiciary
Scottish legal body
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The High Court of Justiciary is the supreme court in Scotland that handles criminal cases. It is distinct from the High Court of Justice in England and Wales, which primarily deals with civil matters. The Scottish legal system, while influenced by Roman law, maintains its own unique structure, differing from English law in its approach to equity and court organization. The High Court of Justiciary is the final court of appeal for criminal cases in Scotland, with appeals from sheriff courts in criminal matters lying to it.123
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