Advice for Victims and Witnesses

This page is dedicated to directing people affected by crime to the services that offer support and guidance.

Reporting Crime

Police Scotland This link will take you to information on how to report a crime and further information on victim and witness support.

Understanding the Justice System

Community Justice Scotland - Understanding the Justice System Community Justice Scotland have created an interactive, digital map which outlines the key stages of the Scottish justice system. This map shows the range of possible journeys from an alleged crime through to multiple exit points, providing key information and statistics about each step.

Attending Court

Scottish Courts This website provides the location of courts and the latest news regarding attending court. This site will also give details on sentencing.

Advice and Support

Victim Support Scotland work with victims of crime, witnesses and their family members, regardless of who they are and their circumstances. The service is independent, free, non-judgemental and confidential. They offer bespoke support, personalised to the needs of each individual.

Scottish Legal Aid Board Legal aid is the help you can sometimes get when you can't afford to pay your own legal costs. This link will take you to the site offering advice on how you may be able to obtain legal aid.