Now Even Cocaine Addicts Are Being Let Off with a Fine [Scot Region]

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THOUSANDS of people caught with drugs are being let off with just a fine under Scotland's 'softtouch' justice system.

Almost 200 offenders a week found with drugs, including 'recreational' Class A drugs such as cocaine, are allowed to avoid a criminal record.

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Now Even Cocaine Addicts Are Being Let Off with a Fine [Scot Region]

The expansion of the system of handing out direct measures or 'fiscal fines' has provoked a storm of controversy since its introduction in March last year.

Normally issued by procurators fiscal for minor m...

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