A man who gained access to hospital wards and patient files while pretending to be a medical student has been ordered to carry out community service.
Stephen Simpson previously admitted carrying out the fraud at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) between 9 December 2023 and 26 January 2024.
The 22-year-old accessed the hospital while wearing medical scrubs, NHS branded clothing, a stethoscope and a pager.
At Aberdeen Sheriff Court, Simpson was told to carry out 300 hours of community service. He will also be supervised for two years.
Sheriff Morag McLaughlin said the seriousness of the offence did pass the custody threshold, but given all the circumstances and sentencing guidelines she was persuaded prison would be disproportionate.