How do I find out the results of a court case Scotland?
You can search judgements on court cases on the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service website.
Are Scottish court cases public record?
Since 1830, the Court of Session has had jurisdiction over divorce. These records are available at the Scottish Record Office and are open to the public to 1912. There are minute books and indexes to the records.
How far back do Scottish Criminal Case reports date back to?
1821
Scottish case law is provided by the Session Cases dating back to 1821, the Scottish Civil Law Reports, the Scottish Criminal Case Reports, LexisNexis Scottish Digests and Scottish Opinions.
How do I check my criminal record for free Scotland?
You have the right to ask for a copy of records the police have about you….You can also request your personal records from the:
- Scottish Prison Service.
- Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service.
- Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.
Where does Edinburgh Sheriff Court Justice of peace court sit?
Edinburgh Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court will sit on the following days to deal with persons appearing from custody: Those courts will also deal with persons who would normally appear at Jedburgh or Selkirk Sheriff & Justice of the Peace Courts. Please refer to the complaints and feedback page.
What does a sheriff court do in Scotland?
Sheriff Courts. Each county in Scotland falls under the jurisdiction of at least one sheriff court. A sheriff court may have jurisdiction over all or part of a county. Sheriff courts deal with local civil and criminal matters. Since 1823 they have also dealt with executory matters.
Where can I find the court records in Scotland?
Finding Court Records The Scottish Record Office in Edinburgh has most of Scotland’s court records. Many of the records are indexed or otherwise inventoried. The records, indexes, inventories, and minute books are open to the public up to about 1912.
Where can I find judgements in Scottish court?
You can search judgements on court cases on the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service website.