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| WILSON, M** V K** D** | Courtroom 1 | 09:30 am |
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Last updated: 10 Sep 2026, 9:53 am. Names are partially masked for privacy. Details may change — always check with the Registry.
The Frankston Magistrates' Court is one of the busiest metropolitan hearing venues in Melbourne's south-east, sitting at 7–11 Davey Street, Frankston VIC 3199, within a short walk of Frankston Railway Station. It serves a large catchment that takes in the City of Frankston, the Mornington Peninsula Shire, and parts of the neighbouring municipalities of Casey and Kingston, giving it one of the widest population bases of any suburban court in Victoria. For anyone with a matter listed here, understanding how the court works, what it hears, and how to prepare can make a stressful day considerably easier to manage.
This venue operates within the Magistrates' Court of Victoria, the entry point for almost every criminal and civil proceeding in the state. More than 93 per cent of Victoria's criminal and civil cases begin and end in the Magistrates' Court, which makes courts like Frankston the practical face of the justice system for most residents. The scale of activity is significant: across Victoria the Magistrates' Court sentenced 85,462 cases in 2023–24, and in 2022–23 it finalised 160,959 criminal cases, a 21 per cent rise on the year before. Frankston contributes a substantial share of that volume as a headquarter court for its own dedicated region.
What the Frankston Magistrates' Court Hears
The court exercises broad jurisdiction across criminal, civil, family violence, and traffic matters. Its criminal work covers all summary offences and selected indictable offences that can be heard summarily under section 28 of the Criminal Procedure Act 2009 (Vic). More serious indictable charges pass through the court by way of committal proceedings before being transferred to the County Court of Victoria for trial or sentence.
On the civil side, the court can determine disputes valued up to $100,000, including debt recovery, contractual disagreements, claims for damages, and other monetary or equitable claims. These limits make it the natural forum for everyday commercial and consumer disputes that do not warrant the cost of a higher court. If you are trying to follow proceedings as they happen, the daily frankston court list today sets out case names, courtroom allocations, and scheduled times, refreshed throughout the day from official Victorian court publications.
Intervention orders and family violence
Frankston is one of a select group of venues that operates a Specialist Family Violence Court, a model resourced under reforms that followed the 2016 Royal Commission into Family Violence. Magistrates sitting in these courts receive specialist training in family violence dynamics and trauma-informed practice, with support services closely linked to the court. This matters because family violence intervention orders make up a heavy portion of the workload; statewide, more than 40,000 family violence intervention order matters pass through Victoria's Magistrates' Courts in recent years.
The court can make two types of intervention orders. A family violence intervention order (FVIO) protects a person from family violence, while a personal safety intervention order (PSIO) applies where the parties are not family members. An intervention order is a civil order, but breaching its conditions is a criminal offence. Applications can now be lodged online for hearing at any court location, and a family violence registrar will make contact to explain the next steps.
Traffic, driving, and specialist lists
Driving and traffic matters form a large part of the daily caseload, spanning drink-driving charges, licence suspensions, careless and dangerous driving, and infringement disputes. Frankston also runs an Assessment and Referral Court (ARC) list, a pre-sentence stream for accused persons living with complex mental illness or cognitive impairment, providing intensive case management rather than a purely punitive path. The Koori Court operates here too, offering a culturally safe sentencing process for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have pleaded guilty, with Elders and Respected Persons taking part in the sentencing conversation.
Support Services at Court
Eligible accused persons on bail can access the Court Integrated Services Program (CISP), which connects participants with housing, mental health, and drug and alcohol services to address the underlying drivers of offending. Programs of this kind reflect a wider shift in the Magistrates' Court toward therapeutic and problem-solving justice, aimed at reducing reoffending rather than simply processing charges. Interpreter services are available and should be requested in advance wherever possible, and court staff can help with procedural questions, though they cannot give legal advice.
Planning Your Visit
The court building is wheelchair accessible and includes lifts, accessible restrooms, and facilities for visitors with mobility or hearing needs. There is no dedicated on-site parking, but free and paid street parking and public car parks are available nearby, though availability can be tight during peak court hours. Because Frankston Station is only a short walk away and numerous bus routes service the Frankston CBD, public transport is often the simplest option.
All visitors pass through security screening on entry, so arrive at least 30 minutes before your listed time to allow for queues. Once inside, the registry on the ground floor is where you announce your appearance; if you are represented, your solicitor will usually notify the registry on your behalf. Dress neatly and conservatively, switch mobile phones to silent inside courtrooms, and be prepared to remain at court for much of the day, as matters are not always called at their scheduled time.
What to bring
- Photo identification.
- Your court summons, infringement notice, or official correspondence.
- Any documents, evidence, or supporting materials relevant to your matter.
- Contact details for your lawyer or duty lawyer service, if you have one.
Police prosecutors attend Frankston Magistrates' Court every sitting day, so obtaining legal advice before your first mention is strongly recommended. A duty lawyer service is often available for eligible people, and getting advice early can shape how a matter proceeds from the very first appearance.
Where Frankston Sits in the Victorian Court Structure
Appeals from a decision of the Magistrates' Court at Frankston generally lie to the County Court of Victoria, while an appeal on a question of law may go directly to the Supreme Court of Victoria. This tiered structure means Frankston functions as the first rung of a ladder that runs through the intermediate and superior courts. For those wanting to see how hearings are scheduled at other venues in the state, the broader victorian magistrates court list covers metropolitan and regional courts alike, and the statewide overview of the county court list shows matters that have moved up from the summary jurisdiction.
Since 2022, Moorabbin separated from Frankston to become its own court region, part of a restructure that divided the state into distinct administrative regions each built around a headquarter court. Frankston remains a headquarter court in its own right, reflecting the density of demand across the bayside and Peninsula corridor. Anyone comparing venues can also review the neighbouring dandenong magistrates court list, which serves the adjoining south-east catchment and handles a similarly high volume of criminal and family violence work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Frankston Magistrates' Court located?
The court is at 7–11 Davey Street, Frankston VIC 3199, a short walk from Frankston Railway Station and close to the Frankston CBD.
What matters does the Frankston Magistrates' Court deal with?
It hears summary criminal offences, committal proceedings for serious indictable charges, traffic and driving offences, civil disputes up to $100,000, bail applications, and family violence and personal safety intervention orders.
Can I bring a support person to court?
Yes. Support persons are generally allowed unless the court restricts attendance for a particular hearing.
Is there parking at the court?
There is no dedicated on-site parking. Free and paid street parking and nearby public car parks are available, though spaces fill quickly during busy sitting times.
How can I find out when my matter is listed?
Check the published daily court list, which is drawn from official Victorian court data and updated throughout the day with case names, times, and courtroom allocations.
What time should I arrive?
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your listed time to clear security screening and announce your appearance at the registry.
