How do I find court records in South Australia?
The Gazettes are available in our Research Centre, and online access is available via www.governmentgazette.sa.gov.au….Information about specific types of Court records is also available at:
- Inquests and Police Reports to the Coroner.
- Divorce.
- Insolvencies.
- Probate.
Are court cases public record Australia?
During court cases, records are kept of everything that is said by the judge, jury and witnesses while court is in session. These records are sometimes accessible to the public.
What courts are in South Australia?
Supreme Court of South Australia
| Supreme Court of South Australia | |
|---|---|
| Composition method | Vice-regal appointment upon nomination by the Premier following the advice of the Attorney General and Executive Council of South Australia |
| Authorized by | Parliament of South Australia via the: Constitution Act 1934 (SA) Supreme Court Act 1935 (SA) |
When was the District Court of South Australia established?
The District Court of South Australia is South Australia’s principal trial court. It was established as a court of record by the District Court Act 1991. Prior to that the Court had existed since 1969 under the Local and District Criminal Courts Act 1926.
Where can I find a court record in South Australia?
Finding a court record depends on: any restrictions upon access placed on the records by the court. Information about specific types of Court records is also available at: The South Australian Government Gazettes contain monthly Courts Calendars listing matters to be heard in the courts.
How are judges of the District Court of South Australia appointed?
Judges of the District Court are appointed by the Governor of South Australia on the advice of the Executive Council. Once appointed, they cannot be removed from office except by an address from both houses of the South Australian Parliament.
Where is the district court in Adelaide located?
The main seat of the Court is the Sir Samuel Way Building in Victoria Square, Adelaide. It also conducts circuits in Mount Gambier, Berri, Port Pirie, Whyalla and Port Lincoln (civil), and Mount Gambier and Port Augusta (criminal). Current Judges of the District Court (Date of appointment appears in brackets)