View daily Peterlee Magistrates Court listings, hearing schedules, case types and contact details for St Aidans Way, Peterlee SR8 1QR.
Daily Listings Summary for Peterlee Magistrates' Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 18 cases listed for hearing at Peterlee Magistrates' Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 14:00.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →Peterlee Magistrates' Court serves the communities of East Durham, handling a wide range of criminal and civil matters for residents across Peterlee, Seaham, Easington, Murton, and surrounding villages. As a satellite court located on St Aidans Way, Peterlee, SR8 1QR, hearings are only scheduled on specific sitting days, making it important to check the daily court listings before attending. The court falls under the administration of the County Durham and Darlington court cluster, with correspondence directed to Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 5RT.
Daily Hearing Lists at Peterlee Magistrates' Court
The daily public hearing list for Peterlee Magistrates' Court is updated each working day. Listings typically include the defendant's full name, the prosecuting authority (such as Durham Constabulary or the Crown Prosecution Service), the scheduled time, courtroom number, and case reference. Monday listings are made available on the preceding Friday, ensuring defendants, legal representatives, witnesses, and members of the public can plan their attendance in advance.
Cases listed at Peterlee cover a broad spectrum of offences including motoring offences, theft, assault, anti-social behaviour orders, drug possession, and summary-only criminal charges. More serious matters, such as either-way offences that exceed the sentencing powers of magistrates, may be sent up to Durham Crown Court for trial or sentencing. Youth cases and overnight custody cases are managed separately and do not appear on the public listing.
Types of Cases Heard
- Summary offences – minor criminal matters dealt with exclusively by magistrates, including most motoring offences and low-level assault
- Either-way offences – cases such as theft or drug offences that can be heard at magistrates' level or committed to Crown Court
- Bail applications and remand hearings – decisions on custody or conditional bail for defendants awaiting trial
- Single Justice Procedure cases – administrative hearings for TV licence evasion, speeding fines, and similar matters dealt with by a single magistrate without a public hearing
- Enforcement proceedings – fine default, community order breaches, and licence endorsements
Court Contact Details and Opening Times
Peterlee Magistrates' Court is a satellite court, meaning it is only open on scheduled sitting days and is not staffed for daily public enquiries from its physical location. For all case enquiries, listing queries, payment of fines, and general correspondence, contact the administrative hub at Newton Aycliffe.
Contact Information
- Physical address: St Aidans Way, Peterlee, SR8 1QR
- Postal/admin address: Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 5RT
- General enquiries: 01325 318 114
- Crime customer service centre: 0330 808 4407
- Fine payments: 0191 298 2280
- Witness Service: 0191 375 2936 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
- Single Justice Service Centre: 0300 303 0656
- General email: [email protected]
- Listings email: [email protected]
- Crime enquiries email: [email protected]
- Court code: 1585 | DX: 63808 Newton Aycliffe
- Opening hours: Open on sitting days only
Getting to Peterlee Magistrates' Court
Peterlee is a post-war new town in County Durham, situated approximately 13 miles east of Durham city and 10 miles south of Sunderland. St Aidans Way is located in the town centre, within easy walking distance of the main bus interchange. Regular bus services connect Peterlee to Durham, Sunderland, Hartlepool, and Seaham via Arriva North East and local operators. There is public car parking close to the court building. For those travelling by road, Peterlee is accessible from the A19 dual carriageway, which links the town northward to Sunderland and southward toward Teesside.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check today's Peterlee Magistrates' Court listings?
Daily hearing lists for Peterlee Magistrates' Court are published on this page each working day. Lists include case times, defendant names, and courtroom details. Friday's listing also covers the following Monday's sittings.
What happens if no listing is published for Peterlee?
If no public list appears, the court may not be sitting that day. As a satellite court, Peterlee does not hold hearings every day. Contact the Newton Aycliffe administration on 01325 318 114 or email [email protected] to confirm sitting days.
Can I attend a hearing at Peterlee Magistrates' Court?
Yes. Magistrates' court hearings are generally open to the public in the interest of open justice, unless the court orders otherwise (for example, in cases involving youth defendants or sensitive matters). Arrive ahead of the listed start time and bring valid photo ID.
Which court handles more serious cases from the Peterlee area?
Either-way and indictable-only offences from the East Durham area that exceed magistrates' sentencing powers are sent to Durham Crown Court or, for some cases, Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court, which shares administrative oversight with Peterlee.
Is there disability access at Peterlee Magistrates' Court?
If you have a disability and require assistance attending a hearing, contact the court in advance on 0330 808 4407 so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
