Booklets for witnesses at court
Several booklets are available to people who are going to court as a witness. These booklets are linked to below, along with some translated versions.
You can also read online information about being a witness at court.
Booklets for adults
Criminal court cases
You might have been a victim of crime, seen or heard something in connection with the crime, or have information about someone accused of a crime.
Being a witness – going to court
Extra help to be a witness
The court can take extra steps (called 'special measures') to help vulnerable witnesses give the best evidence they possibly can.
Children's Hearing court cases
In a Children's Hearing court case, witnesses may have important information about a child's welfare.
Being a witness – going to court
Extra help to be a witness
The court can take extra steps (called 'special measures') to help vulnerable witnesses give the best evidence they possibly can.
Civil court cases
Civil cases include issues like divorce, debt and parental rights and are dealt with in either the Court of Session or the Sheriff Court.
Booklets for children and young people
Criminal court cases
You might have been a victim of crime, seen or heard something in connection with the crime, or have information about someone accused of a crime.
Being a witness – a booklet for children in criminal proceedings
Being a witness – a booklet for young people in criminal proceedings
Booklets for parents and carers
Criminal court cases
The person you care for may have been a victim of crime, seen or heard something in connection with the crime, or have information about someone accused of a crime.
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