The Scottish Law Commission has published its Report on the Criminal Liability of Partnerships.
A failed prosecution following the fatal fire at the Rosepark nursing home in 2004 highlighted a problem with the law: a partnership could not be prosecuted once it had been dissolved. The Commission's report addresses this problem and recommends that it should remain competent to prosecute a partnership during a period of five years following its dissolution.
The Report also includes a draft Bill which would give effect to its recommendations.
8777 Hits
8777 Hits
