Carlisle Magistrates' Court

Carlisle, CA3 8QH
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Address & Directions

The Courthouse Rickergate Carlisle CA3 8QH

Services Available

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
Crime
Claims against employers
Single justice procedure
Benefits

Opening Hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Counter open

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Accessibility & Facilities

Parking

There are no parking facilities at this building.  The nearest car park is situated opposite the court at the civic centre, however there are also a number of car parks in the vicinity of the court.

Accessibility Features

Disabled access
Toilet facilities
Parking for orange badge holders
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme
Hearing Loop
Interview room
Baby changing facility
Assistance dogs welcome
Sunflower scheme available

Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).

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Contact Information

Phone Numbers

Enquiries

0330 808 4407

Single Justice Service

0300 303 0656

Witness service

0300 332 1000

Social security and child support

0300 123 1142

Email Addresses

Additional Services

Professional Access Scheme

This court participates in the scheme

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Languages

English

Interpreting Services

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Complaints

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