District Court Open Day 2026
Reconciliation Statement
Cultural Immersion Program
Welcome to the District Court of Western Australia
The District Court is an intermediate trial court placing it between the Magistrates Court and the Supreme Court in the Western Australian courts hierarchy.
The District Court deals with serious criminal offences including serious assaults, sexual assaults, serious fraud and commercial theft, burglary and drug offences. The District Court also determines civil claims up to $750,000 and has unlimited jurisdiction in claims for damages for personal injury.
More information can be found on the About the Court page.
Information on this site is provided for research and public information purposes. We hope you find the site interesting and informative.
Western Australian Courts and Tribunals Reconciliation Statement
Moving to Electronic Payment Methods
As part of the Australian Government's transition away from cheques, Courts and Tribunal Services is moving to electronic payment methods as the preferred way to make and receive payments.
Electronic payments offer a faster, more secure, and efficient way to process transactions.
When requesting court documents, paying fees, or making other payments to the Department, please use the payment method specified on your invoice, notice, or application form.
Key Dates
- 31 December 2026: WA Government agencies will cease issuing cheques.
- 31 December 2028: WA Government agencies will cease accepting cheques.
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The District Court of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Western Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land and sea, and their contributions to the community. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their cultures, and to their elders, past and present.