Cairns District Court Sittings on May 25
The Cairns District Court has published its list of matters to be heard on Thursday, May 25. The schedule includes a variety of criminal and civil cases, with Judge Michael Burnett presiding over most proceedings.
Morning Session
The court will commence at 9:30 AM with case mentions and arraignments. Among the matters listed are:
- R v Smith: Charges of assault occasioning bodily harm. The defendant is expected to enter a plea.
- R v Jones: Multiple counts of fraud involving financial transactions. Legal representatives will address pre-trial applications.
- R v Brown: Drug trafficking charges. The court will hear submissions on evidence admissibility.
Afternoon Session
Starting at 2:00 PM, the court will hear further matters, including:
- R v Wilson: A case of break and enter with intent. The defendant is scheduled for a committal hearing.
- R v Taylor: Charges related to dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm. Witness statements will be reviewed.
- Civil matter: Doe v Roe Pty Ltd: A dispute over contractual obligations. Mediation is scheduled.
Additional Listings
Other cases listed for mention or hearing include:
- R v Anderson: Possession of prohibited weapons. Bail conditions may be varied.
- R v Thomas: Assault with a weapon. The court will set a trial date.
- R v Jackson: Breach of domestic violence order. The matter is set for sentencing.
Members of the public are welcome to attend proceedings in Courtroom 1 at the Cairns District Court, located at 5-7 Sheridan Street. For those unable to attend in person, audio links may be available upon request.
This schedule is subject to change. For the most current information, contact the Cairns District Court registry on (07) 4030 3200.
