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Thomas Ferguson v HM Advocate
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This case has been adjourned until 26 November 2026.
Thomas Ferguson v HM Advocate
HCA/2025/608/XC
Appeal against Conviction
Thursday 23 July 2026
10:00 until conclusion
Paul Nelson KC and Gareth Reid, Advocate
The appellant was convicted of rape. Prior to trial, he applied under section 275 of the Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995 to lead evidence of sexually suggestive messages sent to him by the complainer prior to the alleged rape. The preliminary hearing judge refused the application. The appellant now argues that this resulted in a miscarriage of justice.