Rule 1A.1 Application and interpretationF1
(1)
This Chapter is without prejudice to any enactment (including any other provision in these Rules) under which provision is, or may be, made for a party to a particular type of case before the sheriff to be represented by a lay representative.
(2)
In this Chapter, a “lay representative” means a person who is not—
(a)
a solicitor;
(b)
an advocate, or
(c)
someone having a right to conduct litigation, or a right of audience, by virtue of section 27 of the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Scotland) Act 1990.
Annotations
Textual amendments
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Ch. 1A inserted (4.4.2013) by Act of Sederunt (Sheriff Court Rules) (Lay Representation) 2013 (S.S.I. 2013/91), paras. 1(1), 3(3)