Legislation introduced to tackle football violence and disorder has been hailed a success by prosecutors.
Since the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Act 2012 was introduced on March 1, 89% of reported cases of offensive behaviour have been prosecuted and 83% of those have led to convictions.
In relation to reports of threatening communications, 78% of cases were prosecuted.
The Act has made "offensive behaviour at regulated football matches" a criminal offence.
An example of those falling foul of the new legislation were Billy Brawley, Andrew Callaghan and Gordon McKillop, who were fined £300 each and given a six-month football banning order for offensive chanting at the newco Rangers debut game at Brechin in July.
Lord Advocate Frank Mulholland QC said: "I am pleased to see this legislation is being used appropriately and to such good effect by police and COPFS (Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service).
"Attending football matches, wherever that may be, should be an enjoyable experience for all and should not be spoiled by the small minority."
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