Supreme Court
The Supreme Court hears among the most serious criminal, and complex civil, cases in the state, as well as some appeals from Victorian courts and tribunals. The Supreme Court has two divisions ' the Trial Division and the Court of Appeal.
The Trial Division is made up of three divisions: The Criminal Division, The Common Law Division and the Commercial Court. It hears cases such as:
- Cases of treason, murder, attempted murder and other major criminal matters
- Civil cases which is unlimited in the amount of money that may be claimed
- Civil cases involving complex legal issues
- Appeals from the Magistrates' Court and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal judicial review
- Judicial review of administrative decisions
- Corporations matters
If you have been charged with an offence that is going to the County Court, it is always advisable to seek advice from an experienced criminal defence lawyer. For more information on the Supreme Court visit www.supremecourt.vic.gov.au
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Summary offenses are usually less serious offenses. They are heard by a judicial officer in the Magistrates' Court rather than by a judge
The Supreme Court hears among the most serious criminal, and complex civil, cases in the state, as well as some appeals from Victorian