Snaresbrook Crown Court

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What brings you here?

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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

8am to 6pm

Counter open

9am to 5pm

Services available

Crime

Single justice procedure

Accessibility & facilities

Accessibility features

Disabled access facilities

Hearing enhancement facilities

Interview rooms are available

A children's room is available on the ground floor

Baby changing facilities are located in the disabled toilets on the ground and first floors

The court has its own chapel with a group of chaplaincy volunteers available Monday – Friday 12:45 to 2:15pm. Separate prayer rooms are available for jurors and the public

Wireless internet access available within the building

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

Video conference and Prison Video Link facilities.

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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