Cleveland Magistrates Court

The Cleveland Magistrates Court serves the Redland Shire region of south‑east Queensland (located at 5 Middle Street, PO Box 10, Cleveland QLD 4163).
It provides local access to justice for criminal, civil and regulatory matters at first instance.

Types of Criminal Cases Commonly Heard

Typical matters at Cleveland Magistrates Court include:

• Traffic and vehicle‑related offences (such as unlicensed driving, driving while disqualified, drink‑ or drug‑driving)
• Summary offences such as minor assaults, public‑order offences, low‑level drug possession or small thefts
• Regulatory/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 that may be transferred to higher courts

How BJH Law Can Assist

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

• Early strategic advice for bail or remand applications and initial appearances
• Representation at mention, plea or defended hearings in the Cleveland listing
• Guidance on likely outcomes, penalty exposure, mitigation strategies and negotiation with prosecution where appropriate
• Assistance with court documents, registry liaison and navigating local procedural practices specific to the Cleveland venue