Sheriffdoms

The court system in Scotland is divided into six areas called sheriffdoms. These areas are: Glasgow and Strathkelvin; Grampian, Highland and Islands; Lothian and Borders; North Strathclyde; South Strathclyde, Dumfries and Galloway; and Tayside, Central and Fife.

Originally published on 10 March 2016. Updated on 6 April 2026.