Atherton Magistrates Court
Courts
The Atherton Magistrates Court serves the Atherton Tablelands region of North Queensland, providing local access to first‑instance hearings for criminal, civil and regulatory matters. Located at 81 Main Street, PO Box 912, Atherton QLD 4883.
Types of Criminal Cases Commonly Heard
At Atherton Magistrates Court you are likely to encounter:
- Traffic and vehicle‑related offences (such as unlicensed driving or driving while disqualified)
- Summary offences such as minor assaults, public‑order offences, low‑level drug possession or small thefts
- Regulatory or statute‑breach offences under state or local law
- Less‑serious indictable offences eligible for summary handling (for example lower‑value theft or minor fraud)
- Bail or remand applications and early appearances for more serious offences which may eventually be transferred to a higher court
How BJH Law Can Assist
If you or someone you care about has a matter listed at Atherton Magistrates Court — or is facing charges likely to be heard at this venue — BJH Law offers:
- Strategic early advice on bail or remand applications and first‑appearance strategy.
- Representation at mentions, pleas or defended hearings in the Atherton Magistrates Court listing.
- Guidance on likely outcomes, penalty exposure, mitigation strategies and negotiation with prosecution where appropriate.
- Assistance with court documents, registry liaison and navigating the procedural practices specific to the Atherton venue.