Mission Statement

Accused.scot is an independent, non-profit platform dedicated to fostering fairness and integrity within the Scottish justice system.

The project is run by volunteers who are not legally trained, and its core purpose is to share information and direct individuals to appropriate professional assistance. We are not able to offer case-specific help.

Awareness: Sharing verified, factual information regarding due process and the profound human impact of accusations, particularly those that are disputed or later proven false.
Signposting: Providing essential, up-to-date links to qualified legal, psychological, and community resources for people facing allegations.
Dialogue: Encouraging open, evidence-based public discussion to support improvements in investigation, prosecution, and support procedures, while upholding the presumption of innocence and respect for all parties.

Accused.scot operates entirely independently and does not represent or affiliate with any political party, organisation, or pressure group.

All publications reflect the collective editorial position of the project unless otherwise stated.

Privacy Policy

Accused.scot values privacy and security for all visitors and contributors.

No Personal Tracking: Only basic, anonymised analytics are used to monitor overall website usage and performance. No personally identifying information is stored or shared.
Contact: Enquiries should be sent to CONTACT US. Messages are reviewed by the site’s administrative team; individual administrators remain anonymous for safety reasons.
External Links: Any external websites or resources linked here are independent of Accused.scot. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Data Handling: Information voluntarily provided through contact forms or email is used solely to respond to your enquiry and is not shared or retained longer than necessary.

Accused.scot does not offer legal advice, legal opinions, or case-specific assistance.

The content on this site is provided for general information, awareness, and discussion purposes only, and is not a substitute for professional legal counsel.

Always consult a qualified Scottish solicitor for advice specific to your case or circumstances. Using this website does not establish a solicitor-client relationship.

Editorial Policy

All written material is reviewed for accuracy, relevance, and tone before publication. We prioritise respectful language and strictly avoid commenting on ongoing or named legal cases.

Where contributors share personal experiences, these are presented as individual perspectives and do not represent the formal view of the editorial team.

Independence & Transparency

Accused.scot receives no funding from political parties or commercial organisations.

Our contributors are volunteers who share a commitment to fairness and reform.
To maintain integrity and ensure personal safety, individual identities are not published, and communications are issued collectively as the Accused.scot Team.

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