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Geelong Court

Court location

Railway Terrace
Geelong 3220

Court information

You will be required to pass through an airport-style security checkpoint before entering the court building. Prohibited items will be confiscated, including but not limited to:

    • Knives (pocket or other)
    • Metal cutlery
    • Metal nail files
    • Scissors
    • Knitting needles
    • Glass and ceramic containers
    • Any sharp items
  • Jury service is generally longer than one day. Please ensure you have 7-10 business days available from your summons date.
  • Hours of attendance are generally between 9:15am and 4:30pm on the first day and 10am to 4:30pm on subsequent days (if required). However, these times are subject to change, which will be advised via email and, if activated, SMS notifications.
  • Please present your summons and photo ID when you are checking in for jury service.
  • Once checked in, you will be unable to leave the court building except at lunch time.
  • Lunch is not provided. You may either bring your lunch with you or buy something during the lunch break. Please note, cutlery and glass containers will not be allowed past the security checkpoint at the court entrance.
  • Wear neat, smart-casual clothing in keeping with the court environment. This includes closed-toe shoes.
  • Call 03 9087 6113 if you have further questions.

Transport

  • There is no dedicated juror parking at the court.
  • All-day parking near the court building can be found at the following locations:
      • Trainshed Way, in Zone B permit area (permits available from court security officers)
      • Princess Highway, next to Geelong train station
      • Corner of Brougham Street and Gheringhap Street
      • Malop Street, between Mercer Street and Moorabool Street
  • Parking fees or fines will not be reimbursed by the courts.

    • Accessibility

    The court building offers wheelchair access. Access to courtrooms will be arranged on the day of attendance. Please advise the court the day prior to your attendance if you require wheelchair access.