Useful Links UsefulĀ Links Useful Links The Scottish Courts Provides an access point to general information and the daily business in all civil and criminal courts within Scotland, including judgements. Stranraer Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court Stranraer Sheriff Court opened to the public on 15 January 1874 and was extensively refurbished in 1981. The Court currently has one Resident Sheriff, two Court Rooms and covers the District of Wigtownshire. Law Society of Scotland Governing body for Scottish solicitors with a number of useful resources. Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service Dumfries and Galloway Council Scottish Legal Aid