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Which court will hear my matter?

If you know roughly where you live but not which courthouse that puts you in, this finder points you to the Magistrates Court most likely to hear your matter. Enter your suburb below. One important thing: in Brisbane especially, court areas are drawn along council boundaries, and some suburbs fall across two courts — so treat the result as a strong lead to confirm, not a guarantee. Your Notice to Appear is the final word.

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Common questions

Court finder questions, answered

This tool provides general information about Queensland traffic law only. It is not legal advice, does not create a lawyer–client relationship, and cannot account for every circumstance. Always confirm your situation with one of our lawyers. See our Disclaimer and Privacy Policy.

How is it decided which court hears my matter?

It is usually based on where the offence happened and where you live. In the greater Brisbane area the Magistrates Court divisions are set along local government ward boundaries, which is why some suburbs sit across more than one court.

Why does the tool say "confirm" for my suburb?

Because that suburb straddles a court boundary, so the correct court depends on your exact street address rather than the suburb alone. Check your Notice to Appear, call the court, or call us and we will confirm it in a minute.

What if my Notice to Appear shows a different court?

Always go by your Notice to Appear or bail undertaking — that is the official record of where and when you need to be. If it differs from this tool, the Notice is correct.

Can you appear for me wherever my matter is?

Yes. We appear in Magistrates Courts across south-east Queensland and beyond, and with eight offices we are rarely far from your court. Call 1300 952 255 and we will tell you straight away whether we cover your matter.

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