A young person you will generally attend Youth Justice Court rather than the Magistrates Court. The Youth Justice Court is usually held in the same buildings as other Courts, but matters are heard inside a private courtroom.
Fact sheet – Dealing with Police
You have rights even when you have been arrested or under suspicion of doing something illegal. This information covers frequently asked legal questions related to the Police.
Fact sheet – Making a false statement
Information about making a false statement to Police or to a Court.
Fact sheet – Victims of sexual crimes can now tell their story
Victims of sexual crimes now have the right to tell their story.
A person can publish a story that identifies them as a victim of a sexual crime.
Fact sheet – Street Art and Graffiti
Street art and graffiti are very popular past times for many people. There are some rules that apply to when and where art can be done by people in public areas.
Fact sheet – Restricted driver licence
Information on when you can apply for a restricted driver licence and how to apply.
Fact sheet – Licence suspension
Information on eligibility to apply for good behaviour after licence suspension.
Fact sheet – Your first time at court unrepresented
Information on what to do after being charged with a criminal offence, if you are not represented by a lawyer.
Fact sheet – Getting ready for court
Information about preparing you for your first court appearance, if you are not represented by a lawyer.
Fact sheet – Preparing a plea in mitigation
Information to help unrepresented defendants pleading guilty in the Tasmanian Magistrates Court.