District Court New South Wales

About the Court

The District Court of New South Wales is the intermediate court in the state's judicial hierarchy. It is the largest trial court in Australia and has an appellate jurisdiction. The Judges of the District Court also preside over the Medical Tribunal of New South Wales. 

More about us
Overview about the work of the District Corut of NSW
Jurisdiction
District Court hears criminal, civil and some appeal matters
Chief Judge and Judicial Officers
Role of the Chief Judge, Judicial Officers and Registrars
Client Service Charter
The Court is committed to providing a high standard of service
Careers
Learn about the range of roles and how to find job posts
History
The story behind the founding of the District Court in 1858

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