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Local Court (Magistrates Court)
The lowest level of court in NSW, handling summary offences and committal hearings, without a jury.
District Court
The intermediate court in NSW that hears serious indictable offences and appeals from the Local Court, sometimes using a jury.
Supreme Court of NSW
The highest court in the state, dealing with serious criminal cases and complex civil matters, and hearing appeals from the District Court.
NSW Court of Criminal Appeal
A division of the Supreme Court that hears appeals from the Supreme and District Courts, reviewing convictions and sentences.
High Court of Australia
The highest court in the country, hearing appeals from state Supreme Courts, interpreting the Constitution, and ensuring consistency in legal principles.