For example, vandalism can only be tried summarily (i.e. before a SP Bill 68–FM 1 Session 6 (2025) This document relates to the Desecration of War Memorials (Scotland) Bill (SP Bill 68) as introduced in the Scottish Parliament on 14 May 2025 sheriff or a justice of the peace, without a jury), which limits the maximum penalty for vandalism 1 to 6 months in prison or a £10,000 fine. 6.