Does a defence lawyer and Procurator fiscal make a decision on a sentence before a court date?

No, a defense lawyer and a procurator fiscal do not make a decision on a sentence before a court date. The procurator fiscal represents the state and presents the case against the accused, while the defense lawyer advocates for their client. The actual decision on a sentence is made by the judge or magistrate during the court proceedings, taking into account the evidence, arguments, and legal guidelines.