If you’re in trouble, or you can see trouble coming, these pages give you a quick, plain-English idea of what will – or might – happen to you over the coming weeks or months in Scotland. Every case is different, but having some idea of the process takes the edge off the not-knowing.
This section covers the law and process in Scotland. If you’re dealing with the system in England or Wales, see our First Thing’s First section instead.
| Just Been Arrested? | Going to Court |
| The Legal Stuff | Legal Aid |
| Before Sentencing | Getting the Help You Need |