Bowen Magistrates Court

The Bowen Magistrates Court serves the whitsunday region of Queensland and provides local access to justice for criminal, civil and regulatory matters at first instance. The registry is located at 30 King Street / PO Box 205, Bowen QLD 4805.

Types of Criminal Cases Commonly Heard

Typical matters at Bowen Magistrates Court include:

• Traffic and driving‑related offences (e.g., unlicensed driving, driving while disqualified)
• Summary offences such as minor assault, public‑order or nuisance offences, low‑level drug possession or theft of smaller value
• Regulatory or statute‑breach offences under state or local law
• Less‑serious indictable offences eligible for summary handling (for example lower‑value theft, minor fraud)
• Bail/remand applications and early appearances for more serious offences that may later be transferred to a higher court

How BJH Law Can Assist

If you or someone you care about has a matter listed at Bowen Magistrates Court — or is facing charges likely to be heard in the Bowen region — BJH Law offers:

• Early strategic advice on bail or remand applications and first‑appearance preparation.
• Representation at mention, plea or defended hearings in the Bowen listing.
• Guidance on likely outcome scenarios, penalty exposure, mitigation strategies and where appropriate negotiation with the prosecution.
• Assistance with court documentation, registry liaison and navigating procedural practices specific to the Bowen venue.