Common questions
If the judgment is reserved, a copy will be issued to the parties who attend court when the judgment is delivered. The parties are not charged for this service.
Parties who do not attend will be sent a copy of the judgment, which includes the reasons, to their last known address. For represented parties that copy will be sent to their representative.
If the judgment is delivered just after the hearing finishes, the written reasons for judgment will not be issued by the court at that time.
However, a transcript of the reasons for judgment is available from the State Reporting Bureau (SRB).
Copies of judgments can also be obtained from the Australasian Legal Information Institute and the Supreme Court of Queensland Library. Judgments delivered immediately after hearing do not usually appear on the websites for some weeks.
How much does it cost for extra copies of reserved judgments?
The current list of copying costs can be found on the Supreme Court of Queensland Library website or by phoning (07) 3247 4373.
Copies of judgments can also be obtained from the Australasian Legal Information Institute.
How much does it cost for extra copies of judgments given on the day?
If the judgment is given on the day of the hearing, copies of the transcript will be from the State Reporting Bureau (SRB).
Copies of these judgments can also be obtained from the Australasian Legal Information Institute and the Supreme Court of Queensland Library These judgments usually do not appear on the websites for some weeks.
How do I obtain copies of the transcript of the Court of Appeal hearing?
Copies of Court of Appeal hearing transcripts are usually available from the State Reporting Bureau (SRB).
In criminal matters self-represented litigants are entitled to one free copy. In civil matters transcripts must be purchased [See the SRB].
What if my appeal is unsuccessful?
If your civil or criminal appeal is unsuccessful, you may be able to appeal to the High Court of Australia . Time limits apply.
For more information contact the High Court of Australia on phone (07) 3248 1100 and fax (07) 3248 1260.