Scotland has a separate justice system. With independence this can be developed to suit the country.
Independence would mean that Scotland could take all the decisions in justice areas that are currently reserved and that policy and operational decisions were all located within Scotland. This would create opportunities for more focused and creative action on some of the most challenging issues facing our society such as drugs, gambling, and organised crime, with decisions attuned to Scotland’s specific circumstances and needs.
An independent Scotland would also be an open, engaged and positive international partner able to play a key role in justice issues across borders. Through cooperation with our
international partners, an independent Scotland would advance our shared objectives, playing our full part in addressing global challenges particularly around counter-terrorism, cyber crime and serious organised crime.