Scotland's prosecution service
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) is Scotland’s public prosecution service and death investigation authority.
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Support and services
Services for people involved in a criminal case or death investigation, including victim support, claiming expenses, and information for bereaved families.
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The justice process
Guidance about Scotland's criminal justice system and attending court as a victim, witness or when you have been accused of a crime.
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About COPFS
Information about our role as Scotland's prosecution service and death investigation authority. Plus, published reports and statistics, and job vacancies.
Find a local COPFS office
Find contact and address details for COPFS offices in Scotland.
Find an officePay a fine
Pay for speeding tickets and other fines at the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service.
Go to SCTS websiteLatest news
See allInvestigative practices in child deaths and non-accidental injuries in children
A review of investigative practices pursued into child deaths and non-accidental injuries in children has been conducted and a summary of its findings are now published.
19 Nov 2024
Report a crime
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.
To report a crime, contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.