Can you go to court in New Zealand?

The public can sit in most court rooms while a case is being heard. This is part of New Zealand having an open justice system. You can find out what cases are being heard at many of our courts. Most District Courts will display court lists of cases in the public area of the court.

How can I find out what cases are being heard in New Zealand?

You can find out what cases are being heard by reading the Māori Land Court National Pānui or by asking 1 of our offices. High Court. You can find out what cases are being heard by reading the daily list for the High Court or by asking at the court.

How can I find out when my court case is being heard?

You can find out when your case is being heard by calling 0800 COURTS (0800 268 787) between 8:30am and 5:00pm Monday to Friday or by asking at the court. Most District Courts will display court lists of cases in the public area of the court.

Is there an alternative to going to court?

These alternatives are called “alternative dispute resolution” or “ADR” for short. Important: If you already have an agreement in your case and do not want to go to court, you can usually write up your agreement, have a judge sign it, and file it with the court.

How to resolve a dispute without going to court?

If you have an agreement in a family law case and want information to write it up, visit Agreements in Family Law Cases. Using ADR to resolve your disputes without going to court can:

When to go to court for case management conference?

For basic case management conferences, you just need to know that the matter is still on calendar. Generally, for other hearings, if a tentative ruling is issued, you must advise the court and opposing counsel if you plan to appear at the hearing, usually by 4 p.m. on the day before the hearing.

When is criminal docket call for Newport News Circuit Court?

Grand Jury: 9:30 a.m., Courtroom No. 3; Criminal Docket Call: 1:30 p.m., Courtroom No. 3. Grand Juries, 1st day of Criminal Term at 9:30 a.m. Praecipes must be filed. Court convenes 10:00 a.m. Commissioners in Chancery are not utilized in divorce cases. If any Monday is a State holiday, docket call will be the following day.