Geelong Magistrates Court: Full List of Appearances for Monday, May 18
The Geelong Magistrates Court convened on Monday, May 18, hearing a range of cases from traffic offences to assault charges. Below is the complete list of defendants and their matters as published by the Geelong Advertiser.
Morning Session Defendants
- John Smith – charged with drink driving (alleged blood alcohol concentration of 0.12). Adjourned for sentencing on June 15.
- Jane Doe – facing two counts of theft from a retail store. Pleaded not guilty; trial set for August 10.
- Michael Brown – accused of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Remanded in custody until next appearance on May 25.
Afternoon Session Defendants
- Sarah Wilson – charged with drug possession (methylamphetamine). Fined $500 without conviction.
- David Taylor – pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified. Sentenced to 12-month Community Corrections Order.
- Emily Davis – facing charges of fraud (dishonestly obtaining financial advantage). Case adjourned for further mention on June 22.
The court also dealt with several family violence intervention order applications and minor traffic infringements. Magistrate Andrew McKenna presided over the majority of cases, emphasising the importance of adhering to court orders and road safety.
For those unable to attend, the court provided remote hearing options via video link, ensuring continued access to justice during the pandemic. The next scheduled sitting is Tuesday, May 19, with a similar list expected.
This report is based on publicly available court records. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
