Message to domestic abusers
If you’re a domestic abuser, learn about what could happen to you. If you’re concerned about your behaviour, find out what support you can get
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What will happen if you abuse your partner
If you’re a domestic abuser, you’ll be punished for your behaviour. We’ll deal with your crime and make sure it’s not tolerated.
This is what will happen:
- we’ll investigate the crime
- we’ll build a strong case against you
- we can charge you
- the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal's Service can decide to prosecute you
- you may receive bail conditions to stop you committing more crime
- if you break your bail rules, you’ll be punished
A domestic abuser can be sent to prison for up to 14 years, fined, or both.
Get support from other organisations
To tackle domestic abuse, we need to address the root cause and stop abusers. This includes an abuser recognising their own thoughts and behaviour.
If you’re concerned about your behaviour, contact other organisations:
- Respect offers support for people who abuse and offers opportunities to change (phone: 0808 802 4040)
- Breathing Space for free, confidential phone and webchat support for low mood, depression, or anxiety (phone: 0800 838587)