Bathurst District Court
Contact Information
About this court
Bathurst District Court is located in a historic Victorian-era court in the centre of Bathurst, a key regional city in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales. The court is a landmark building and is approximately a 15-minute walk from Bathurst Railway Station.
Bathurst District Court and Bathurst Local Court operate from the same court and share the same contact details.
What cases are heard in Bathurst District Court?
District Courts in New South Wales deal with a broad range of criminal and civil matters. The following applies to Bathurst District Court as well as other District Courts across Australia.
Matters heard here include:
- Serious criminal offences (indictable offences) such as assault, sexual assault, robbery, and murder
- Less serious criminal matters (summary offences), including drink driving and traffic offences
- Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs)
- Bail applications in certain circumstances
- Appeals from Local Court and Children’s Court decisions
- Civil claims up to $750,000, including personal injury, breach of contract, and defamation
Civil claims exceeding $750,000 are generally heard in the Supreme Court.
Court listings and appearances
Court listings for Bathurst District Court can be accessed via the NSW Online Registry system. It is important to confirm your hearing details before attending court, as listings may change.
Legal support at Bathurst District Court
Hugo Law Group assists clients appearing at Bathurst District Court for a range of criminal, traffic, and AVO matters.
We can help with:
- Court appearances for mentions, hearings, and sentencing
- Bail applications
- Legal advice and preparation before court
- Representation in criminal proceedings
Contact Hugo Law Group
If you need advice or representation for a matter at Bathurst District Court, contact Hugo Law Group to discuss your situation and next steps.