Dispute Resolution ยท Interdicts & Protection

Interdict Solicitors Glasgow

Our interdict solicitors in Glasgow secure urgent court orders to stop harassment, abuse or unlawful conduct – often within days.

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Urgent cases prioritised

When an interdict can protect you

Interdicts and protective orders

Abuse and harassment

Protection from threatening, abusive or violent behaviour, with powers of arrest so a breach brings an immediate police response.

Property and neighbour disputes

Trespass, encroachment, unauthorised works or interference with access – stopped while the underlying dispute is resolved.

Business protection

Breached restrictive covenants, misuse of confidential information, passing off – stopped before the damage becomes irreversible.

Defending an interdict

Served with an interdict you believe is unjustified? It can be recalled or restricted. Take advice quickly.

What is an interdict in Scotland?

An interdict is the Scottish equivalent of an injunction – a court order prohibiting specific conduct. Breach of an interdict is contempt of court, and where a power of arrest is attached, the police can act immediately. It is one of the most powerful protective tools in Scottish law.

In urgent situations the court can grant an interim interdict – often within days, sometimes without the other party being present. That speed is the point: protection first, full argument later.

How quickly can it happen?

For genuinely urgent cases, an interim interdict can be sought within days of instruction – occasionally within 24 to 48 hours where the risk justifies it. If you are in immediate danger, call 999 first. Then call us and we will move quickly.

Common questions

Interdict FAQs

They do the same job in different jurisdictions. An injunction is the England and Wales remedy. An interdict is the Scottish one. If the conduct is happening in Scotland, an interdict from a Scottish court is what you need.

In genuinely urgent cases, within days of instruction – occasionally within 24 to 48 hours. Interim interdict can be granted without the other party appearing, with a full hearing following later.

Breach of interdict is contempt of court, punishable by fine or imprisonment. Where a power of arrest is attached to a protective interdict, police can arrest the person immediately on breach without a warrant.

A non-harassment order is a related Scottish remedy aimed specifically at courses of harassing conduct. Breach is a criminal offence in itself, which some clients find gives stronger practical protection. We advise which remedy, or combination, fits your situation.

It depends on urgency, whether the other side contests it, and how long protection is needed. We are upfront about costs from the first conversation, and in protective cases we will also advise whether legal aid or other funding may be available.

Get protection in place

If someone’s conduct is threatening you, your family or your business, speak to us today. Urgent cases are prioritised.

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