Peterlee Magistrates' Court

Peterlee, SR8 1QR
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Address & Directions

St Aidans Way Peterlee SR8 1QR

Services Available

Crime
Single justice procedure

Opening Hours

Court open

This is a satellite court and is only open when sitting.

Accessibility & Facilities

Parking

There are a limited number of parking bays at the court. Alternative parking can be found in the town centre, which is a short walk away.

Accessibility Features

Disabled access
Disabled toilet
Hearing enhancement facilities (by prior arrangement)
Interview rooms
Baby changing facilities (in the disabled toilets on the ground floor)
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 (Crime customer service centre)

0330 808 4407

Enquiries (General)

01325 318 114

Citizens advice

0300 332 1000

Witness service (Monday to Friday 9 am until 5 pm)

0191 375 2936

Enquiries (Single Justice Service Centre if your query relates to a Single Justice Procedure Case)

0300 303 0656

Email Addresses

Enquiries (Crime customer service centre)

contactcrime@justice.gov.uk

Enquiries (General)

CDD-enquiries@Justice.gov.uk

Enquiries (Single Justice Service Centre if your query relates to a Single Justice Procedure Case)

SJS@justice.gov.uk

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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