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The different types of court - magistrates' court, Crown Court and youth court - the crimes they deal with and the level of sentences they can give.
All criminal cases start in a magistrates’ court. Cases are heard by…
A Crown Court: normally has a jury which decides if you’re guilty or not…
A youth court is a special type of magistrates’ court for people aged…
An explanation of the people who may be present in a Crown Court hearing.
The Military Court Service provides a criminal court for the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force in the Court Martial, Summary Appeal and Service Civilian Court.
Guidance for HMCTS staff to encourage and facilitate media access to our courts and tribunals
Landlords need to follow certain procedures when evicting tenants - find out about eviction notices, harassment and illegal evictions, and going to court
Find out what you should bring for a court or tribunal hearing, how you can get support, and what to expect on the day
Guidance on broadcasting sentencing hearings by the media and the Crown court (Recording and Broadcasting) Order 2020.
You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or legal professional - where to get help with papers and procedures
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