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Message: <blockquote data-quote="nirofo" data-source="post: 1366916" data-attributes="member: 1854">As I was saying in a previous thread, the birds of prey in th uk, (especially Scotland) don't stand a chance while our so-called legal sysyem turns a blind eye to what's really happening.  Until we get new impartialed Judges, Sheriffs, Magistrates etc, presiding over these criminal wildlife crimes and Police Chiefs who make sure the criminal are caught in the first place, then I'm afraid the status quo will continue.  The old boys network is still strong among the shooting and hunting fraternity, that unfortunately is the main reason you are unlikely to see many, (if any) Estate owners/managers etc, brought to justice, and why so many of their keepers and other minions get off with laughable fines or are let off with a caution.  If the boot was on the other foot and you were caught shooting their tame pheasnts, they'd throw the book at you.  Hefty fine, equipment (even your car) confiscated, or even jail. They have no intention of stopping this wildlife persecution, why should they, nobody will do anything to make them stop anyway, it's as bad now as it's ever been and getting worse! nirofo.</blockquote>