The Childrens Court (Magistrates) handles cases involving young people under 18 years old.
These cases are private, and only individuals who are involved or permitted by law can attend. This may include victims, media (with permission), or representatives from Youth Justice or Child Safety.
It is illegal to publish information that identifies a young person involved in the case.
The court can ask some people to leave if needed.
Cases about young people accused of breaking the law.
Applications to protect children from harm, made by Child Safety or the Director of Child Protection Litigation.
Cases to create a permanent parent–child relationship for a child’s long-term care and wellbeing.
Some serious cases involving young people are heard in the District Court by the Childrens Court of Queensland. These include:
Learn more about the Childrens Court of Queensland (District Court).
