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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 Ringwood Magistrates' Court is one of the busiest metropolitan hearing venues in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, sitting at 39 Ringwood Street, Ringwood VIC 3134, directly opposite Eastland Shopping Centre and a short walk from Ringwood Railway Station. As a venue of the Magistrates' Court of Victoria, it forms part of a statewide network that handles roughly 90 per cent of all matters coming before the Victorian court system, operating from more than 51 venues across the state. If you have been summonsed, bailed or listed for a hearing here, this page brings together the verified court information, jurisdiction details and daily list guidance you need to prepare with confidence.
The court serves a large catchment across Melbourne's outer east, drawing matters from the City of Maroondah and surrounding areas including Knox and parts of the Yarra Ranges. Ringwood itself sits about 25 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD and recorded a population of 19,144 at the 2021 Census, and the wider eastern region it services runs into the hundreds of thousands of residents. That population density is a key reason the venue carries a consistently heavy daily list of criminal, traffic, civil and intervention order matters.
Ringwood Magistrates' Court daily list and hearing information
The Ringwood Magistrates' Court daily list sets out every matter scheduled for hearing on a given sitting day, including the courtroom number, the presiding magistrate, the listed time and the case type. Publishing these lists the evening before or early on the hearing morning allows accused persons, legal practitioners, witnesses and support workers to confirm where and when they need to attend. Because the venue processes a high volume of matters, arriving early and locating your name on the list is essential, as several matters are often listed at the same start time and called in sequence rather than strictly on the hour.
Most criminal and traffic matters at Ringwood are first listed as a "mention", which is a short administrative hearing where the magistrate checks the progress of the case, sets timelines and deals with pleas of guilty on straightforward charges. Contested matters are adjourned to a later contest mention or a full contest hearing. Knowing the difference between a mention and a contested hearing helps you understand how long you may be at court and what documents you should bring, such as character references, medical reports or a driving history.
Court hours, registry and contact details
The registry counter and building are open from 9:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. The general enquiries line for the venue is (03) 9087 5720, and postal correspondence can be sent to PO Box 333, Ringwood VIC 3134. The registry can assist with lodging documents, general procedural questions and directions to the correct courtroom, though registry staff cannot give legal advice or predict the outcome of your matter. For matters requiring extra support, the Court Integrated Services Program (CISP) operates at this venue to assist eligible accused persons on bail with issues such as mental health, housing and substance use.
Getting to the court, parking and public transport
The courthouse is located directly off the Ringwood Bypass and is well served by public transport. Ringwood Railway Station, on the Lilydale and Belgrave lines, is roughly a five to seven minute walk away, and multiple bus routes stop nearby along Maroondah Highway and near Eastland. A dedicated public car park of around 60 bays sits behind the courthouse with access via Bourke Street, including designated accessible parking; visitors are usually asked to obtain a parking permit from court security on entry, and paid parking is also available at Eastland Shopping Centre next door.
What matters does the Ringwood Magistrates' Court hear?
The Magistrates' Court is the entry point for almost every criminal case in Victoria, and Ringwood is no exception. Its criminal jurisdiction hears and determines all summary offences, deals with many indictable offences that can be heard summarily, and conducts committal proceedings for serious indictable charges that will ultimately be tried in a higher court. This means a wide spread of matters pass through the venue each week, from low-range traffic offences through to committals for offences that will be sent up to the County Court of Victoria.
Alongside its criminal work, the court exercises a substantial civil jurisdiction. It can hear civil disputes up to the value of $100,000 arising from debts, claims for damages, other monetary disputes or claims for equitable relief. It also manages a heavy intervention order list. There are two main types of intervention orders determined at this venue: family violence intervention orders and personal safety intervention orders, both of which are designed to protect people from violence, threats, stalking or harassment.
Criminal and traffic matters
Common criminal and traffic matters listed at Ringwood include drink and drug driving, driving while suspended or disqualified, careless and dangerous driving, assault, theft, property damage, drug possession and breaches of court orders. For many of these charges, the magistrate can impose penalties ranging from fines and good behaviour bonds through to community correction orders and, in serious cases, imprisonment. A guilty finding can also result in licence loss and a criminal record, which is why understanding the specific charge and its maximum penalty before your first mention is so important.
Intervention orders and family violence
Family violence intervention order matters make up a significant share of the daily workload at metropolitan Victorian courts. At the first return date, a magistrate may make an interim order, adjourn the matter, or list it for a contested hearing where both the applicant and respondent give evidence. Applicants are often supported by specialist family violence workers, and respondents are strongly encouraged to obtain legal advice, because the terms of a final order can affect where a person lives, their contact with children and their ability to hold certain licences or work in particular fields.
How the Ringwood court fits into the Victorian court system
The Magistrates' Court of Victoria is the state's busiest jurisdiction by volume. The Sentencing Advisory Council reported that the court sentenced 85,462 cases in 2023–24, and across the two decades from July 2004 to June 2024 it sentenced an average of 83,587 cases each year. Statewide, more than 160,000 criminal cases were finalised in a single recent year, reflecting both the scale of demand and a sustained effort to clear the backlog that built up during the pandemic. Ringwood, as one of the principal eastern-suburbs venues, contributes a meaningful portion of that caseload.
Decisions made at Ringwood are not necessarily the end of the road. Where a party is dissatisfied with an outcome, appeals from the Magistrates' Court are generally heard by the County Court of Victoria, while the Supreme Court of Victoria can hear a limited number of appeals on questions of law. Serious indictable matters that begin at Ringwood as committals are also transferred upward for trial in the County or Supreme Court. Understanding this hierarchy helps explain why some matters resolve quickly at the local level while others move through multiple courts over many months.
For those managing matters across more than one venue, it can help to compare procedures at nearby courts. The Melbourne Magistrates' Court daily list covers the state's largest and busiest venue in the CBD, while the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court listings serve the north-eastern suburbs and the Dandenong Magistrates' Court list covers the south-east. Each venue follows the same statewide procedures but manages its own regional caseload and sitting arrangements.
Preparing for your hearing at Ringwood Magistrates' Court
Preparation begins well before the sitting day. Confirm your listing on the published court list, note your courtroom and start time, and plan to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes early to clear security and find your matter. Dress neatly, turn off your phone inside the courtroom, and bring any documents relevant to your case, including your charge sheet, any correspondence from the informant or prosecution, character references, and evidence supporting your circumstances. If you are running late or cannot attend, contact the registry or your legal representative immediately, as failing to appear can result in a warrant or a matter being decided in your absence.
Because Ringwood is a fast-paced environment where police prosecutors attend daily, obtaining legal advice before your first mention is one of the most effective steps you can take. A lawyer can review whether the prosecution has sufficient evidence, negotiate with police to withdraw or reduce charges, and present your personal circumstances persuasively if a plea of guilty is appropriate. For those who cannot afford private representation, duty lawyer services and community legal centres may be able to provide assistance on the day, subject to eligibility and availability.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Ringwood Magistrates' Court located?
The court is at 39 Ringwood Street, Ringwood VIC 3134, opposite Eastland Shopping Centre and close to Ringwood Railway Station. The general enquiries number is (03) 9087 5720, and the registry counter is open 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekdays.
How do I find the Ringwood Magistrates' Court daily list?
The daily list is published before each sitting day and shows every matter scheduled, the courtroom, the magistrate and the listed time. You can view current Victorian listings and daily hearing schedules through our Victoria court lists hub, which brings together lists for venues across the state in one place.
What is the difference between a mention and a contest at Ringwood?
A mention is a short hearing where the magistrate checks case progress, deals with guilty pleas and sets timelines. A contest is a longer hearing where disputed evidence is tested and witnesses may be called. Most matters start as a mention and only proceed to a contest if the accused pleads not guilty.
What areas does the Ringwood Magistrates' Court serve?
The court draws matters from Melbourne's outer east, including the City of Maroondah and surrounding suburbs across Knox and parts of the Yarra Ranges. If your matter has been listed at a different venue, always attend the court named on your paperwork, as this is the proper venue for your case.
Do I need a lawyer for a matter at Ringwood?
You are not legally required to have a lawyer, but legal advice is strongly recommended, particularly for criminal, traffic and intervention order matters where the outcome can affect your record, your licence and your future. Duty lawyers and community legal services may assist eligible people on the day, and private criminal defence lawyers regularly appear at this venue.
