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Chelmsford Crown Court

New Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1EL

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Today’s hearings Thu 15 Oct

Crown Daily List

Updated by HMCTS (opens in a new tab): 14 Oct 2026, 04:08 PM. We last checked: 15 Oct 2026, 04:41 PM.

32 hearings
7 courtrooms in 3 buildings
First 10:00
Last NOT BEFORE 11:30 am
UK time

Court 1 · Chelmsford 10 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Mills

10:00Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, OLIVERCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
10:30For Trial
******Court 1 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The evidence is heard and the court decides whether the charge is proved. A "floater" has no fixed start and may be called on at short notice when a courtroom is free.
11:00Further Case Management
******Court 1 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing to check progress and set out what each side must do before trial.
11:15For Mention
First name withheld, RABINOWITZCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
11:30Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, GEORGIOUCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
12:00Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, KITTS, First name withheld, STOUGHTON, First name withheld, OATESCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
12:30Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, BUTLERCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
14:00For Sentence
First name withheld, WILSONCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
NOT BEFORE 11:15 amFor Mention
******Court 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
NOT BEFORE 11:30 amBreach of Order
First name withheld, GEORGIOUCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Mills
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The court considers an alleged breach of a court order.

Court 2 · Chelmsford 5 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Wilkin

10:00Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, KITCHENCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
10:30Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, BENSONCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
10:30For Trial
First name withheld, THOMPSONCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The evidence is heard and the court decides whether the charge is proved. A "floater" has no fixed start and may be called on at short notice when a courtroom is free.
10:45Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, RIPPCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
NOT BEFORE 10:00 amBreach of Order
First name withheld, KITCHENCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The court considers an alleged breach of a court order.

Court 3 · Chelmsford 2 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Sawyer

10:00For Sentence
First name withheld, SMITHCourt 3 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 3
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Sawyer
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
11:00For Sentence
First name withheld, PARISCourt 3 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 3
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Sawyer
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.

Court 4 · Chelmsford 3 hearings · Before: Her Honour Judge M Loram KC

10:00For Sentence
First name withheld, GALBRAITHCourt 4 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 4
Building
Chelmsford
Before
Her Honour Judge M Loram KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
10:30For Trial
******Court 4 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 4
Building
Chelmsford
Before
Her Honour Judge M Loram KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The evidence is heard and the court decides whether the charge is proved. A "floater" has no fixed start and may be called on at short notice when a courtroom is free.
14:00For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, ZANONECourt 4 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 4
Building
Chelmsford
Before
Her Honour Judge M Loram KC
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor

Court 6 · Chelmsford 3 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Morgan

10:00For Directions
First name withheld, CHESTERCourt 6 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 6
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing where the court sets out what each side must do before trial.
10:30For Application for Dismissal of Charges
First name withheld, COTTONCourt 6 · Chelmsford
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 6
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
11:30Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, OUERFELLICourt 6 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 6
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.

Court 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates 5 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans, Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans

10:00For Sentence
First name withheld, WRIGHTCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
11:15For Sentence
First name withheld, HUTCHINSONCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
12:00Further Case Management
First name withheld, BULLCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing to check progress and set out what each side must do before trial.
14:00Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, TAYLORCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
NOT BEFORE 10:45 amBreach of Order
First name withheld, BLACKBURNCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The court considers an alleged breach of a court order.

Court 5 · Colchester Magistrates 4 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder N Sangster KC

10:00Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, BLAKECourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
11:00Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, MATTHEWSCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
12:00For Sentence
First name withheld, HUGGINSCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
14:00For Sentence
First name withheld, WILLMOTCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.

Tomorrow’s hearings Fri 16 Oct

Crown Daily List

Updated by HMCTS (opens in a new tab): 15 Oct 2026, 03:56 PM. We last checked: 15 Oct 2026, 04:41 PM.

41 hearings
7 courtrooms in 3 buildings
First 10:00
Last NOT BEFORE 11:30 am
UK time

Court 1 · Chelmsford 12 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Morgan, None

10:00For Sentence
First name withheld, JAMES, First name withheld, KEELYCourt 1 · Chelmsford
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
10:30For Sentence
First name withheld, HARRISCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
None
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
10:30Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, STONESCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
None
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
12:00Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, WILLIAMSCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Defendant to be produced · All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
12:30For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
******Court 1 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
12:30For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
******Court 1 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
12:45For Mention
******Court 1 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
14:00Plea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, ABOSHOSHACourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.
14:00Committal for Sentence
First name withheld, DUNNAGECourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
None
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A case sent from the magistrates’ court to the Crown Court so the Crown Court can decide the sentence.
NOT BEFORE 02:30 pmFor Sentence
First name withheld, HAQUECourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
NOT BEFORE 09:45 amFor Pre-Trial Review
First name withheld, GYMERCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing shortly before a trial to check that everything is ready.
NOT BEFORE 09:45 amFor Pre-Trial Review
First name withheld, GYMERCourt 1 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 1
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Morgan
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing shortly before a trial to check that everything is ready.

Court 2 · Chelmsford 10 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Wilkin

10:30For Pre-Trial Review
First name withheld, WOODCOCKCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing shortly before a trial to check that everything is ready.
10:50For Pre-Trial Review
First name withheld, ALLINGTONCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing shortly before a trial to check that everything is ready.
11:10For Pre-Trial Review
First name withheld, MCKENZIECourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing shortly before a trial to check that everything is ready.
12:00For Sentence
First name withheld, SEELASCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
12:00For Sentence
******Court 2 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
14:00For Mention
First name withheld, FALCAOCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
14:00For Mention
First name withheld, JONESCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
14:15For Sentence
First name withheld, SNOWCourt 2 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
NOT BEFORE 10:00 amFor Application
******Court 2 · Chelmsford
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
What this usually means
A hearing to decide a specific application made to the court.
NOT BEFORE 11:30 amPlea and Trial Preparation
First name withheld, NAGYCourt 2 · Chelmsford
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 2
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Wilkin
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The first Crown Court hearing: the defendant is asked to plead and the court sets a timetable for the case.

Court 3 · Chelmsford 1 hearing · Before: His Honour Judge Sawyer

10:30For Trial
******Court 3 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 3
Building
Chelmsford
Before
His Honour Judge Sawyer
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
The evidence is heard and the court decides whether the charge is proved. A "floater" has no fixed start and may be called on at short notice when a courtroom is free.

Court 4 · Chelmsford 2 hearings · Before: Her Honour Judge M Loram KC

10:30For Trial
******Court 4 · ChelmsfordReporting restrictions may apply
All parties to attend
Courtroom
Court 4
Building
Chelmsford
Before
Her Honour Judge M Loram KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
The evidence is heard and the court decides whether the charge is proved. A "floater" has no fixed start and may be called on at short notice when a courtroom is free.
14:00For Sentence
First name withheld, EASTWOODCourt 4 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 4
Building
Chelmsford
Before
Her Honour Judge M Loram KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.

Court 6 · Chelmsford 1 hearing · Before: HIS HONOUR JUDGE MILLS, Mr T Allsop, Mrs M Holt

NOT BEFORE 10:00 amFor Appeal against Conviction
First name withheld, BULLOCKCourt 6 · Chelmsford
Courtroom
Court 6
Building
Chelmsford
Before
HIS HONOUR JUDGE MILLS, Mr T Allsop, Mrs M Holt
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service

Court 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates 10 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans, Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans

12:00Further Case Management
******Court 7 · Chelmsford New MagistratesReporting restrictions may apply
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing to check progress and set out what each side must do before trial.
12:30For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, NURCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
14:00For Directions
First name withheld, CHEESEMANCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing where the court sets out what each side must do before trial.
14:15For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, COULTONCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
14:30For Sentence
First name withheld, BYRNECourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
NOT BEFORE 10:00 amFor Mention
First name withheld, ALLENCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
NOT BEFORE 10:00 amFor Mention
First name withheld, ALLENCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.
NOT BEFORE 10:30 amFor Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, CLINTONCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Defendant excused
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
NOT BEFORE 11:00 amFor Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, BRAYCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
NOT BEFORE 11:30 amFor Mention
First name withheld, DOGUSCourt 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 7
Building
Chelmsford New Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans
Prosecutor
Other Prosecutor
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.

Court 5 · Colchester Magistrates 5 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder N Sangster KC

10:00For Mention (Defendant to Attend)
First name withheld, DAVISCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
11:00For Sentence
First name withheld, HACKETTCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
12:00For Sentence
First name withheld, FULLERCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
14:00For Sentence
First name withheld, COLEMANCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
15:00For Mention
First name withheld, MCGARRY, First name withheld, GOODHEWCourt 5 · Colchester Magistrates
Courtroom
Court 5
Building
Colchester Magistrates
Before
Mr Recorder N Sangster KC
Prosecutor
Crown Prosecution Service
What this usually means
A short hearing to deal with a procedural point or check progress.

First names are masked: defendants appear as ******, or ****** SURNAME where the list gives one. Lists can change at short notice, so check the official list before you travel.

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Check you have the right building

Other courts close by, so you can be sure which one is on your paperwork:

Chelmsford Magistrates' Court and Family Court – 10 New Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1NT (2.0 km away)
Chelmsford Justice Centre – Chelmsford Justice Centre, Priory Place, New London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0PP (2.4 km away)

Before you go

Bring your court paperwork and photo ID.
Expect airport-style security. Leave sharp or prohibited items at home.
If you will be late or cannot attend, contact the court and your solicitor as soon as possible.
Mobile phones must usually be silent, and recording is not allowed.

Venue details

Opening times

Court open

Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5pm

Counter open

10am to 2pm

Contact

Telephone

Enquiries

01245 603 000

from 9am to 5pm

Witness service

0300 332 1161

Email

Enquiries

enquiries.chelmsford.crowncourt@justice.gov.uk

Building facilities

Disabled access
Disabled access and disabled toilet
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome
Hearing Loop
This building has hearing enhancement facilities which are available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court office by telephone or e-mail if necessary. Please be aware that these facilities may not be compatible with all hearing devices.
Video facilities
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
Wireless network connection
This court has access to WiFi available to professional court users.
Witness service
www.witnessservice.org.uk

This location handles

Crime

Scammers sometimes imitate court phone numbers: never pay anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

What this court deals with

Chelmsford Crown Court is classed as: Crown Court.

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Citizens Advice – General advice on legal and other problems.

For journalists and observers

Check any reporting restrictions before publishing, and confirm details with the court. See our journalist guide and the public gallery guide.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find the hearing list for Chelmsford Crown Court?

Official lists are published by HMCTS. Use the "View the official list" button on this page to go straight to the list page for Chelmsford Crown Court.

Can I watch a hearing?

Most hearings in criminal and civil courts are open to the public, but some are private or restricted. Expect security screening on entry.

What should I do if I will be late or cannot attend?

Contact the court named on your paperwork and your solicitor (if you have one) as early as you can. Do not simply stay away.

Why can’t I find my case on the list?

See our guide on why a case may not be listed. Lists are published at different times and some hearings are never published.

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Hearing lists

Today’s hearings Thu 15 Oct

Crown Daily List

Court 1 · Chelmsford 10 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Mills

Court 2 · Chelmsford 5 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Wilkin

Court 3 · Chelmsford 2 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Sawyer

Court 4 · Chelmsford 3 hearings · Before: Her Honour Judge M Loram KC

Court 6 · Chelmsford 3 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Morgan

Court 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates 5 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans, Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans

Court 5 · Colchester Magistrates 4 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder N Sangster KC

Tomorrow’s hearings Fri 16 Oct

Crown Daily List

Court 1 · Chelmsford 12 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Morgan, None

Court 2 · Chelmsford 10 hearings · Before: His Honour Judge Wilkin

Court 3 · Chelmsford 1 hearing · Before: His Honour Judge Sawyer

Court 4 · Chelmsford 2 hearings · Before: Her Honour Judge M Loram KC

Court 6 · Chelmsford 1 hearing · Before: HIS HONOUR JUDGE MILLS, Mr T Allsop, Mrs M Holt

Court 7 · Chelmsford New Magistrates 10 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder A Eynon-Evans, Mr Recorder Eynon-Evans

Court 5 · Colchester Magistrates 5 hearings · Before: Mr Recorder N Sangster KC

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