Coronavirus (COVID-19): information for those due to attend court

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to have a significant impact on the Scottish criminal justice system. COPFS is working closely with justice partners and with Scottish Government on measures which will support the fair and effective administration of justice whilst respecting the public health guidance which has been issued.

Attending court from 12 January 2021

Scotland’s courts remain open during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown as the delivery of justice is identified as essential business, but the focus will be on the most serious and sensitive cases only at this time.

Domestic Abuse and Stalking charges in Scotland, 2019-20

An Official Statistics publication for Scotland. 

A report on Domestic Abuse and Stalking charges in Scotland 2019-20 was published today.