Exeter Law Courts

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What brings you here?

Pick the one that matches your situation

I've received a letter from this court

A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.

I have a hearing or my claim has been defended

Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.

I can't afford the court fee

Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.

I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once

Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.

I want to clear a paid CCJ

If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).

I won my case but they won't pay

Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.

Opening hours

Court open

9am to 5pm

Telephone enquiries answered

9am to 4pm

Counter service by appointment only

by appointment

Services available

Adoption

Bankruptcy

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner

Crime

Divorce hearings

Domestic abuse

High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases

Housing

Money claims

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Parking

There are no parking facilities at this building, however paid off-site parking is availablea0at Exeter City Council's Magdalen Road and Magdalen Street car parks.a0

Accessibility features

Disabled access

Hearing Loop

Security arch

Lift

Public toilets

Disabled toilet

Refreshments

Interview room

Waiting Room

Baby changing facility

Prayer / Quiet room

Video facilities

Wireless network connection

Witness service

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

Court/hearing room video facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know of your requirements.

Languages

Get an interpreter at a court or tribunal. (opens in new tab)

Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

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