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Edinburgh Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court
Edinburgh
In Person
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court is a modern building which opened to the public in September 1994. It is the largest of the Courts within Lothian and Borders serving a population of approximately 450,000 and after Glasgow, the second busiest Court in Scotland. It houses 18 courtrooms, a cell area and administrative offices.
ACTIVITIES
Interactive events are offered:
- Tours of courts, cell areas
- Speed camera vehicles
- Exhibitions by Justice focus organisations
- Mock trials will be run throughout the day.
Facilities
Key Information
Organised tours of the building will be run from 9.45 am onwards throughout the day. No booking required.
Where to find us
Address
- Edinburgh Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court
- 27 Chambers Street
- Edinburgh
- EH1 1LB