Grimsby Magistrates’ Court Listings

Grimsby Magistrates' Court – Daily Hearing Schedules and Case Information

Grimsby Magistrates' Court is located on Victoria Street, Grimsby, DN31 1NH, and serves the communities of North East Lincolnshire including Cleethorpes, Immingham, and the surrounding Humberside area. The court operates as both a magistrates' court and a family court, handling a wide range of criminal and civil proceedings for the local population. If you are searching for Grimsby magistrates court listings today, this page provides the most up-to-date daily hearing schedules, defendant names, and case references as soon as they are published.

Cases Heard at Grimsby Magistrates' Court

Grimsby Magistrates' Court deals with summary offences, either-way offences, and preliminary hearings for indictable matters that may later be committed to Great Grimsby Crown Court. Typical cases heard include motoring offences, theft, assault, public order offences, criminal damage, and drug possession. The court also sits as a family court handling adoption proceedings, childcare arrangements, domestic abuse protection orders, and related family matters. Cases processed through the Single Justice Procedure, such as TV licence evasion and minor road traffic offences, are also administered here.

Contact Details, Opening Hours, and Facilities

The court building is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the enquiry counter available between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. There is no payment counter at this location. Key contact numbers include 0330 808 4407 for magistrates' court enquiries (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm), 0300 303 0656 for Single Justice Procedure queries, and 0114 276 0760 for fine payments. Listing enquiries can be directed to [email protected], while family court matters should be emailed to [email protected].

Getting to Grimsby Magistrates' Court

The court on Victoria Street sits in the centre of Grimsby, within walking distance of Grimsby Town railway station, which is approximately a 10-minute walk to the south-east. Stagecoach and local bus services stop regularly along nearby Victoria Street and Bethlehem Street. Public parking is not available at the court, so visitors are advised to use nearby pay-and-display car parks on Osborne Street or the town centre multi-storey facilities. The court has full disabled access, accessible toilets, hearing loop equipment in all courtrooms and at the reception desk, and welcomes assistance dogs. Five interview rooms, baby changing facilities, and a snack and drink vending machine are also available on the ground floor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do hearings start at Grimsby Magistrates' Court?

Most hearings at Grimsby Magistrates' Court are listed from 10:00 am onward, though the court building opens at 9:00 am to allow time for check-in and consultations with legal representatives.

Can I attend a hearing at Grimsby Magistrates' Court as a member of the public?

Yes. Magistrates' court hearings in England and Wales are generally open to the public, except in certain family or youth proceedings where reporting restrictions or privacy rules apply.

What happens if my case is too serious for Grimsby Magistrates' Court?

If the offence is indictable-only or the magistrates decide their sentencing powers are insufficient, the case will be sent to Great Grimsby Crown Court at Town Hall Square, Grimsby, DN31 1HX, for trial or sentencing. You can view those listings on our Great Grimsby Crown Court listings page.

Is there parking at Grimsby Magistrates' Court?

No. The court car park is unavailable for public use. The nearest public car parks are located on Osborne Street and in the Freshney Place town centre area, all within a short walk of the court.