Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 (asp 13)

PART 2 S Protection of vulnerable groups

Miscellaneous S

90 Meaning of “conviction” S

(1) The PVG Act is amended as follows.

(2) In section 97(1) (general interpretation), after the definition of “conduct” insert—

““conviction” means a conviction within the meaning of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; and references to “convicted” (other than in section 14) are to be construed accordingly,”.

(3) In schedule 5 (index), at the appropriate place insert—

“conviction, convicted (other than in section 14)

section 97(1)”.

Commencement Information

I1 S. 90 in force at 10.12.2021 by S.S.I. 2021/380, reg. 2, sch.