Magistrates' Court · South East
Oxford Magistrates' Court
The Court House, Speedwell Street, Oxford, OX1 1RZ
Hearing lists
Today’s hearings Thu 15 Oct
Magistrates Public List
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- 29 hearings
- 1 courtroom
- First 10:00
- Last 14:00
- UK time
Courtroom 03 29 hearings
- 10:00First hearing******
Theft from a shop; Theft from a shop
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 10:00Sentence******
Assault by beating; Assault a constable in the execution of his / her duty; Assault by beating; Assault by beating
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00Plea******
Drive motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The defendant is asked whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
- 10:00First hearing******
Drive motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit; Use a motor vehicle on a road / public place without third party insurance
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 10:00First hearing******
Possess a controlled drug of Class B - Cannabis / Cannabis Resin
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 10:00Sentence******
Assault by beating
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00Plea******
Possess a controlled drug of Class A - Cocaine; Possess a controlled drug of Class B - Cannabis / Cannabis Resin
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The defendant is asked whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
- 10:00Sentence******
Harassment without violence
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- A hearing at which the court decides the punishment after a guilty plea or verdict.
- 10:00First hearing******
Theft from a shop
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 10:00First hearing******
Common assault of an emergency worker
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 10:00Plea******
Theft from a shop; Burglary other than dwelling - theft
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The defendant is asked whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
- 11:00First hearing******
Drive motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 11:00First hearing******
Common assault; Common assault
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 11:00First hearing******
Drive motor vehicle when alcohol level above limit
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 11:00First hearing******
Use threatening / abusive words / behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress; Use threatening / abusive words / behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 12:00First hearing******
Assault a constable in the execution of his / her duty; Sexual assault on a female; Press/Publication restrictions apply to this case
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 12:00First hearing******
Drive motor vehicle when alcohol level above limit; Drive a motor vehicle on a road with a child under 14 years in front passenger seat not wearing a seat belt; Fail to stop a mechanically propelled vehicle when required by constable / traffic warden
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Possess a controlled drug of Class A - Cocaine; Possess a controlled drug of Class A - Heroin
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Use threatening / abusive / insulting words / behaviour to cause harassment / alarm / distress; Use threatening / abusive / insulting words / behaviour to cause harassment / alarm / distress; Use threatening / abusive / insulting words / behaviour to cause harassment / alarm / distress
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Theft from a shop; Theft from a shop; Theft from a shop
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Fail to co-operate with a preliminary test - motor vehicle offence; Drive a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence - endorsable offence; Use a motor vehicle on a road / public place without third party insurance; Fail to provide specimen for analysis - vehicle driver
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00Plea******
Possess a controlled drug of Class B - Cannabis / Cannabis Resin; Fail to surrender to police / court bail at the appointed time
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The defendant is asked whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
- 14:00First hearing******
Breach criminal behaviour order
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Breach criminal behaviour order
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Use threatening / abusive / insulting words / behaviour with intent to cause fear of / provoke unlawful violence
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Possess a controlled drug of Class B - Cannabis / Cannabis Resin
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Individual fail to comply with a community protection notice
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00First hearing******
Breach criminal behaviour order
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The first time a case comes before the magistrates, usually to take a plea or decide where the case will be heard.
- 14:00Plea******
Individual fail to comply with a community protection notice; Theft from a shop; Individual fail to comply with a community protection notice; Individual fail to comply with a community protection notice; Individual fail to comply with a community protection notice
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 03
- Prosecutor
- CPS-TCTV
- What this usually means
- The defendant is asked whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
Tomorrow’s hearings Fri 16 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 2 hearings
- 1 courtroom
- First 10:00
- Last 10:00
- UK time
Courtroom 77 2 hearings
- 10:00******
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 77
- 10:00******
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 77
Hearings on Thu 22 Oct Thu 22 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 1 hearing
- 1 courtroom
- First 14:00
- UK time
Courtroom 3 1 hearing
- 14:00******
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 3
Hearings on Fri 30 Oct Fri 30 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
Updated by HMCTS (opens in a new tab): . We last checked: .
- 2 hearings
- 1 courtroom
- First 10:00
- Last 10:00
- UK time
Courtroom 76 2 hearings
- 10:00******
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 76
- 10:00******
- Courtroom
- Courtroom 76
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:
- Oxford Combined Court Centre – St Aldates, Oxford, OX1 1TL (0.7 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
Contact
Telephone
Building facilities
- Parking
There are no parking facilities at the Court. Use of the Park and Ride facilities around the city is recommended.
- Disabled access
Disabled access and disabled toilet
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
- Hearing Loop
This Court has loop hearing facilities at the Reception, Information desk and in each Courtroom.
- Interview room
Six interview rooms are available at this court.
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the ground floor
- Video facilities
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
- Witness service
This location handles
- Adoption
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
- Crime
- Domestic abuse
- Single justice procedure
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What this court deals with
Oxford Magistrates' Court is classed as: Magistrates' Court.
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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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Oxford Magistrates' 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 Oxford Magistrates' 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.
What cases does a magistrates’ court hear?
Magistrates’ courts deal with the less serious criminal cases, and send more serious cases to the Crown Court for trial or sentence.
Sources and updates
- Hearing lists: official list page for this court on the HMCTS Court and Tribunal Hearings service. Each list shows when HMCTS updated it and when we last checked. How we get our lists.
- Venue details: official Find a court or tribunal page (dataset checked 2026-10-04), live details last checked 13 Oct 2026.
- Court information is based on HM Courts & Tribunals Service data. Used under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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