If you are facing criminal charges in Selkirk or anywhere in Selkirkshire, securing experienced legal representation at the earliest opportunity can materially affect the outcome of your case. Charles Ferguson Solicitors provide specialist criminal defence to clients across the Scottish Borders, working from our Glasgow office at 20-23 Woodside Place, G3 7QL. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for police station attendance, custody appearances, and urgent legal advice.
Selkirk Sheriff Court
Criminal cases arising in Selkirk are prosecuted at Selkirk Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court, Sheriff Court House, Ettrick Terrace, Selkirk TD7 4LE, within the Sheriffdom of Lothian and Borders. The courthouse was designed by David Rhind and opened in 1870, and stands close to the town centre by the war memorial. The court deals with both summary and solemn criminal business for Selkirkshire and neighbouring Borders communities, and the Justice of the Peace Court handles lower-tariff summary matters. As a smaller court, Selkirk has its own established rhythms and local practices, and familiarity with these conventions can work to your advantage when preparing and presenting a defence.
Criminal Offences We Defend in Selkirk
Assault — common assault, serious assault, and assault to severe injury, including incidents in Selkirk town centre and licensed premises. Drug Offences — possession, supply, and being concerned in the supply of controlled substances. Domestic Abuse — charges under the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018, protective orders, and bail conditions. Theft and Dishonesty — theft, housebreaking, fraud, and reset of stolen property. Road Traffic Offences — drink driving, dangerous driving, and speeding on the A7 and surrounding rural roads. Rural Crime — poaching, wildlife offences, and agricultural theft. Public Order — threatening or abusive behaviour and breach of bail. Firearms — shotgun and firearms certificate matters.
Why Choose Charles Ferguson Solicitors in Selkirk?
Selkirk sits at the heart of a large rural hinterland, and the caseload here reflects that — rural and agricultural matters, road traffic offences on the A7 and A708, and the full range of offences common to any Scottish community. Our solicitors combine specialist criminal defence expertise with experience of appearing in courts throughout Scotland, including smaller sheriffdoms where knowing the court and its personnel genuinely affects outcomes. 24/7 Availability — call 0141 345 5735 at any hour. Legal Aid Specialists — we accept Legal Aid cases and can assess your eligibility. Police Station Attendance. Free Initial Consultation.
What to Do If You Are Charged in Selkirk
If you have been detained by Police Scotland in the Selkirk area, you have the right to a private consultation with a solicitor before any interview takes place. Exercise that right and do not answer questions until you have taken advice. If you have been released on an undertaking or received a citation from the Procurator Fiscal, contact us promptly so we can obtain disclosure of the evidence, assess the strength of the Crown case, and advise you clearly on plea and strategy before your first appearance at Selkirk Sheriff Court.
Areas Served Around Selkirk
We act for clients across Selkirkshire and the wider Borders, including Selkirk, Galashiels, Melrose, Hawick, Innerleithen, Peebles, Clovenfords, Ettrick, Yarrow, and the surrounding rural communities. Call us on 0141 345 5735 — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.