Local Court of New South Wales

Local Court of New South Wales

The Local Court of New South Wales is the busiest Court in New South Wales, where all criminal cases begin and where most are finalised. Most civil cases are commenced and finalised in the Local Court.

Weekday Bail Division

Information relating to the NSW Local Court Weekday Bail Division.

Statement on the Bail Division

On 23 June 2025, the Chief Magistrate, His Honour Judge Michael Allen issued a statement on the Bail Division.

Most criminal cases in New South Wales first come before the Local Court
AVOs are orders that a Court makes to protect people
Civil cases are disputes about money or property