Appeal a magistrates’ court decision
If the court did not have all the information about your case
You can ask the court to reopen your case if:
- you (or your legal adviser) did not have the opportunity to write or speak to the court about your case
- the court did not receive documents to support your case
Contact the court or enforcement centre named on your notice to ask to reopen your case.
You can talk to your legal representative (if you have one) or get help from a legal adviser before you ask to reopen your case.
The court will decide whether they will reopen your case.
If your case is reopened and you’re found guilty then your sentence or fine (or both) might be increased. If you’re found not guilty then all charges against you will be dropped.