Portsmouth Magistrates' Court

Starting a new money claim? Claims made online or by post are processed centrally by the Civil National Business Centre — not at this court. Your case is only transferred to a local court if a hearing is needed.

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The Law Courts Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth PO1 2DQ

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What brings you here?

Got a letter from this centre? Most of its letters are routine admin: a claim being processed, a form to return, a date to note. A letter is not a judgment against you, and nearly every one comes with time to respond.

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 need to get rid of a CCJ I wasn't told about

Never knew about the original claim? You may be able to cancel the judgment entirely and wipe it from your credit file.

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

8.30am to 5pm

Counter open

Urgent enquiries only 9am to 4pm

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Services available

Crime

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Parking

There are no parking facilities at this building, however, paid offsite parking is available within 100 yards in the Isambard Brunel Car Park.

Accessibility features

Disabled access

Toilet facilities

Hearing Loop

Baby changing facility

Interview room

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

This court has Prison Video Link facilities which are available for hearings, conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email ha-southprogression@justice.gov.uk , subject heading Video Link Booking or telephone 02392 857918

Languages

English

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Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

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