How do I contact a sheriff officer in Scotland?

Complaining about a sheriff officer You can contact the Sheriff Principal through the sheriff clerk at your local sheriff court.

When was Falkirk Sheriff built?

In the 1800’s the administration of justice in Falkirk took place in various locations such as the Red Lion Inn on the High Street, Wilsons Building opposite the Steeple and the Temperance Hotel which was in Bank Street. A permanent Sheriff Court House was built in Hope Street in 1868.

What cases are heard in the sheriff court?

Sheriff courts deal with myriad legal procedures which include:

Solemn and summary criminal cases.
Large and small estates upon a death.
Fine payments.
Civil actions under ordinary and simple procedures.
Adoption cases.
Bankruptcy actions.

Are court records public Scotland?

Please note that the following High Court records are closed to the public for 100 years and cannot be accessed without the permission of the court: Records of criminal trials (JC26) Records of criminal appeals (JC31, JC34 and JC67)

Can bailiffs seize goods in Scotland?

What goods can they seize? If the sheriff officer has an attachment order, they are entitled to take any goods from outside your home unless they are exempt. The majority of your possessions will be exempt from seizure, as it is recognised by the courts that you will need them.

Can sheriff officers enter your home in Scotland?

A sheriff officer can only come into your home if they have the correct authority from the court to do so. You can ask the sheriff officer to show you the document that states they can come into your home. It may not be clear to you from the court document that permission to enter your home is included.

What day does the Falkirk Herald come out?

The masthead was changed to The Falkirk Herald and Scottish Midlands Journal in the early 1920s, reflecting the paper’s readership across central Scotland. Publication day was switched to Saturday, with a smaller ‘pictorial’ edition being produced on Wednesday.

Is it OK to call a Judge Sir?

In person: In an interview, social event, or in court, address a judge as “Your Honor” or “Judge [last name].” If you are more familiar with the judge, you may call her just “Judge.” In any context, avoid “Sir” or “Ma’am.”

How do you address a sheriff in court?

Sheriffs and sheriffs principal are always given a judicial title, and are always addressed by their judicial title. In court they are addressed as either my Lord or my Lady.

How do I find out if someone has a criminal record in Scotland?

By accessing the Police National Computer and the Police Criminal History System, Disclosure Scotland is able to provide confirmation of any unspent criminal convictions an applicant may have.

Is the Sheriff Court in Falkirk closed in September?

Falkirk Sheriff Court will be closed on Monday 13 September for the local public holiday. Custody business will however run as normal. This is one of the 14 Hub courts in Scotland dealing with new, first instance custodies.

Where is the Procurator Fiscal Office in Falkirk?

If the reception is not manned, a notice at reception will direct you to the appropriate court. The Procurator Fiscal’s office is in Mansionhouse Road, Camelon, Falkirk, 0300 020 3000. Wheelchair users can access the building at the main entrance.

Where did the administration of Justice take place in Falkirk?

Please also refer to the Rules and Practice section of the website. In the 1800’s the administration of justice in Falkirk took place in various locations such as the Red Lion Inn on the High Street, Wilsons Building opposite the Steeple and the Temperance Hotel which was in Bank Street.

Where is the nearest train station to Falkirk?

Local and town buses are available from Callender Square, Falkirk. There are train stations are at Camelon, Grahamston and Falkirk High. Camelon station is a short walk from the courthouse. Grahamston and Falkirk High are further away and a taxi may be required.

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