Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland
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The Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland (DSDAS) is a way to find information about whether a person has an abusive past. This information can be used to prevent someone from experiencing domestic abuse in the future.
You can make a DSDAS application if you:
- think you might be at risk of domestic abuse
- are worried someone you know might be at risk of domestic abuse
We’ll only make a disclosure after we’ve considered all factors. We’ll assess the threat carefully, and we’ll decide if we need to share information to prevent a person from experiencing domestic abuse.
We may also speak to other agencies to help us make sure a disclosure is the right option.
If you’re making the application on behalf of someone else, we cannot make the disclosure to you. We can only make a disclosure to the person who is at risk to support and help protect them.
The police will act immediately if they think you or someone else needs to be protected from harm.
How to apply
There are a few ways to apply for a domestic abuse disclosure. You can:
- fill in our online DSDAS form
- visit a nearby police station - https://www.scotland.police.uk/your-community/
- phone 101
Domestic abuse outside of Scotland
In England or Wales, the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (also known as Clare’s Law) is in place. You should get in touch with your local police service for information.
In Northern Ireland, please contact the Police Service of Northern Ireland for more information.
Related links
Partners and other organisations page provides information of people who can help.
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