Experienced, strategic criminal defence representation at Hornsby Local Court.
Call 0414 444 474 for urgent adviceIf you have a matter listed at Hornsby Local Court, our criminal defence lawyers can help. We appear at this upper North Shore court across criminal and traffic matters, from drink driving and assault charges to AVOs and bail applications. This page explains where the court is, what to expect on your court day, and how we can assist.
Name: Hornsby Local Court
Address: 294 Peats Ferry Road (Pacific Highway), Hornsby NSW 2077
Phone: 1300 679 272
Website: localcourt.nsw.gov.au
Serving the Upper North Shore and Northern suburbs, Hornsby Local Court hears a wide variety of cases. These include summary criminal offences, traffic and licence appeals, Apprehended Violence Orders, assault charges, drug possession, and bail applications, as well as committal proceedings for more serious matters. A Legal Aid duty lawyer service is available on most sitting days.
The court is a heritage building on Peats Ferry Road (Pacific Highway), next to Hornsby Police Station. Hornsby Train Station is an easy 5-minute walk via Burdett Street, providing direct access to the T1 North Shore and T9 Northern lines. For those driving, Westfield Hornsby and council car parks offer paid parking nearby, alongside some parking across the road and limited street parking.
Court generally begins at 9:30am, but you should aim to arrive by around 9:00am to clear security screening and locate your courtroom. When you arrive, check the daily court list - displayed on screens in the foyer and available online through the NSW Online Registry - to find your courtroom number. Your first appearance is usually a mention, a short procedural hearing where the charge is confirmed and the court notes your plea. Matters are not always heard in list order, so be prepared to wait. Dress neatly, turn your phone off before entering the courtroom, and wait for your name to be called. If you have a lawyer, they can announce your appearance, speak to the police prosecutor on your behalf and, where appropriate, ask the court to adjourn your matter to allow time to prepare.
Our team appears at Hornsby Local Court across the full range of criminal and traffic matters. Common charges we defend include:
Our criminal defence-focused lawyers frequently attend Hornsby Local Court. A conviction can result in a criminal record and may affect employment, travel, professional licensing, visa applications and other aspects of your life. Whether defending complex allegations at trial or presenting mitigation for sentencing, we offer thorough and strategic advocacy.
Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with Hornsby Local Court and operate independently as a private criminal defence law firm.
Hornsby Local Court is a heritage-listed courthouse at 294 Peats Ferry Road (Pacific Highway), Hornsby NSW 2077, next to Hornsby Police Station. It is about a 5-minute walk from Hornsby railway station, with pedestrian access via Burdett Street.
Court sittings at Hornsby Local Court generally commence at 9:30am, Monday to Friday. You should arrive early to allow time for security screening, to find your courtroom and to check the daily court list.
Paid parking is available at nearby Westfield Hornsby and council car parks, with some parking across the road from the courthouse. Street parking nearby is limited, so the shopping centre car parks or public transport are usually the most reliable options.
Hornsby Local Court hears summary criminal offences, traffic offences and licence appeals, apprehended violence order (AVO) applications, bail applications, sentencing and committal proceedings for more serious matters. It serves Hornsby and Sydney's upper North Shore. The court has audio-visual link (AVL) facilities and a Legal Aid duty lawyer service on most sitting days.
Your first appearance is usually a mention, a short procedural hearing where the charge is confirmed and the court notes whether you plead guilty or not guilty. If you plead not guilty, the matter is adjourned for a hearing. If you plead guilty, the court may proceed to sentencing or adjourn for reports. A lawyer can appear for you, explain your options and seek adjournments where appropriate.
You are not required to have a lawyer, but a criminal charge can affect your record, employment, travel and licensing. A criminal defence lawyer can explain the charge, advise on your options, negotiate with police prosecutors, prepare your matter and represent you in court. NS Criminal Lawyers appears at Hornsby and other courts across NSW.
Author: Muhammad Siddique, Criminal Defence Lawyer | Reviewed by: NS Criminal Lawyers and Associates | Last reviewed: June 2026 | Jurisdiction: New South Wales
The information on this website is general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain legal advice about your specific circumstances.
