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  1. Our role in the justice process

    Summary of COPFS and its role as Scotland’s prosecution service. This includes processing of reported crimes and preparing criminal cases for court.

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  2. Our leadership and structure

    Information about COPFS's structure and teams, senior leaders and governance arrangements.

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  3. News

    Find the latest news stories from COPFS as well as information about publications and organisational updates.

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  4. Legal traineeships

    COPFS's legal traineeship is the final stage of qualifying as a Scottish solicitor and consists of a two-year supervised period of in-office training.

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  5. Benefits and wellbeing at work

    Benefits of working at COPFS, including pay scales, annual leave allowances, and how we support your wellbeing.

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  6. Our role in investigating criminal allegations against the police

    Information about the role of COPFS in investigating criminal allegations against on duty police officers.

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  7. Resources

    Read our guidance publications which include language translations. This section also has a glossary of legal terms and resources for schools.

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  8. Words and meanings

    An A to Z guide explaining the legal terms you may come into contact with when dealing with the Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal in Scotland.

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  9. Resources for schools

    Read more about engagement projects run by COPFS, in partnership with other organisations, to help educate children and young people about the justice system.

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  10. For professionals

    View guidance for defence agents, medical professionals and others. Defence agents can access the PIDM booking system.

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