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Preston Magistrates' Court
- Magistrates' Court location code:
- 1790
- DX:
- 318201 Preston 33
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
This court or tribunal is open
You should only go to this court or tribunal if you have received confirmation that your hearing is going ahead in person.
If you have a hearing coming up, we will contact you by post, email or phone before your hearing to tell you if it will take place and what you need to do.
You may be offered a remote hearing by phone or video.
Due to the coronavirus, we’re taking longer to answer calls and emails. Please only contact us if necessary. For example, you have a hearing confirmed and need to change the date because you’re self-isolating.
Find out how we’re managing hearings during the outbreak.
Opening hours
Enquiries:
Enquiries:
(Booking of video hearings/booths or alternatively please ring 01772 208000 selecting)
Social security and child support:
Phone numbers
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Fine queries:
Witness service:
Fax:
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Building facilities
If you have a disability and need help coming to a hearing, please contact the court or tribunal to make sure the facilities meet your specific needs or to discuss a reasonable adjustment you need.
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There are no parking facilities at this building, however off-site parking is available on Lawson Street.
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Disabled access and disabled toilet available.
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Assistance dogs are welcome.
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A hearing induction loop facility is available in various courtrooms (please contact the listing officer). Voice enhancement facilities are available at both the ground floor and first floor enquiry desks.
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For safety and security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter this building. Please alert the security officer if you have a pacemaker.
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An accessible toilet is available on the ground floor.
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Hot and cold refreshments are available on the first floor.
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Consultation rooms are available at this court.
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Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the ground floor.
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Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).