Explanatory Notes

Criminal Justice and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2010

2010 asp 13

6 August 2010

Commentary on Sections

Part 1 - Sentencing

Section 27- Mutual recognition of judgements and probation decisions

129.Section 24A(1) enables the Scottish Ministers to make provision, by way of affirmative Order, for and in connection with the implementation of the EU Framework Decision on the mutual recognition of judgements and probation decisions (in so far as within the legislative competence of the Scottish Parliament).

130.Subsection (2) allows for such provision to confer functions on Scottish Ministers or other persons. Subsection (3) provides that an order made under subsection (1) may modify any primary or secondary legislation. Subsection (4) provides details of the specific Framework Decision this section relates to.