Plymouth Magistrates' Court

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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

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

No counter service available

No counter service at this court

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

8:30am to 5pm

Services available

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner

Crime

Domestic abuse

Claims against employers

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Parking

There are no customer parking facilities at this venue, however paid offsite parking is available on the main road at the front of the building and a car park 40 metres from the main entrance.

Accessibility features

Disabled ramp

Disabled access gate

Disabled lift

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network (lanyards available on request)

Assistance dogs welcome

Hearing Loop (Court 1)

Security arch

Public toilets

Disabled toilet

Baby changing facility

Interview rooms

Waiting Room

Refreshments (vending machines)

Witness service

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

This court has Prison Video Link facilities which is also available for conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email de-plymouthmclist@hmcts.gsi.gov.uk, subject heading – Video Link Booking or telephone 01752 677475.

Languages

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Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

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