Going to court
This section explains what happens when you go to court. It includes information about:
- court summons and subpoenas
- the different courts and how they work
- types of hearings
- how to get ready for court
- what happens in court
- applying for compensation and expenses
- getting access to court documents.
Or you can watch the video for an overview of going to court.
After the police have investigated the crime and laid charges, a prosecutor will present the case in court against the accused person.
As a victim or witness, going to court can seem complicated. Where and when you may need to go to court depends on the type of crime and whether you are required as a witness to give evidence.