How do I find the outcome of a court case in NSW?
How to search
- Select the ‘Search online’ button.
- Register or log in to the NSW Online Registry.
- Search for a civil case to which you are a party.
- Select the relevant case.
- View the different types of information by clicking the tabs (Proceedings, Filed Documents, Court Dates, Judgments and Orders).
Are Local Court decisions published?
The Local Court publishes a small selection of judgments that provide interpretations of legislation and legal principles relevant to criminal, civil and other matters determined in the Local Court.
What cases are heard in the Local Court?
The Local Court hears some family law matters such as property settlements and residence orders.
What cases are heard at Downing Centre?
The types of criminal cases heard in Downing Centre Local Court include:
- Drink driving, driving whilst suspended or disqualified, and other traffic cases.
- Drug possession and small drug supply cases.
- Common assault and assault occasioning actual bodily harm cases.
- Apprehended violence orders (AVOs)
How do you find out what sentence someone got a court?
Simply visit the court clerk and request a copy of the sentencing record. Remember: These are public records. Local law enforcement agencies might have access to these records as well. If nothing else, they should be able to tell you where to locate them.
How can I find out someone’s court sentence?
If you are a victim or witness in the case and have left the court before the trial has ended and would like to know the outcome of the case, you can contact the person who asked you to come to court. They will be able to give you the information on the sentence.
Why are court decisions made public?
Access Policy. NSW Caselaw decisions are published to provide open access to justice and legal research.
What is the difference between Local Court and district court?
There are some differences between Local Court and District Court. The main difference is that Local Court is heard by a magistrate with lawyers appearing for accused people, with no jury. District Court is when Judges, Barristers and juries play their role. Local courts are where all criminal matters are first heard.
What does a Local Court do?
The Local Court hears minor civil matters involving amounts of money up to $100,000, and also the majority of criminal and summary prosecutions. The Court also conducts committal proceedings to determine whether or not indictable offences are to be committed to the District and Supreme Courts.
What does the R stand for in court cases?
The letter R commonly represents Regina, the latin term for the Queen. In criminal proceedings, “R” refers to the Crown or the Commonwealth.
What is the role of the local court in Australia?
The Local Court hears minor civil matters involving amounts of money up to $100,000, and also the majority of criminal and summary prosecutions. One of the most important functions of the Local Court is to conduct committal hearings for indictable offences (more serious offences).