High visibility police patrols will be mounted across the north and north-east on Friday in the wake of the referendum.
Senior officers have announced they are increasing the number of officers out and about in the regions after the referendum result has been announced.
It is part of the ongoing Operation Respect which is part of a national campaign against violence.
But northern division Area Commander Julian Innes said it was part of forward planning, and other divisions elsewhere in Scotland are doing the same.
He added: “We have no intelligence that there is going to be anything rowdy, but there could be celebration from either side depending on how it goes and we will be out in the pubs and clubs with a high visibility presence to ensure everything passes off peacefully.
“It is part of our business planning to make best use of our resources.”
Chief Inspector Colin Gough, who is the senior officer overseeing the operation, said: “Additional dedicated patrols, utilising all available officers, will be focusing on an increased police presence across the Highlands and islands, tackling issues such as anti social behaviour, alcohol and drugs misuse and associated criminality.
“As part of Police Scotland’s ongoing commitment to Operation Respect, we aim to deploy officers to the right place, at the right time to address the issues I have highlighted and provide visibility and reassurance to the public.”
Chf Insp Gough added: “If anyone has any information relating to anti social behaviour, or any criminal activity in their community they should contact police on 101. Information can also be given to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”