The Court resolves cases by making decisions known as judgements and orders. These decisions set out what the Court has decided and what must happen next.

Judgements

A judgement is the Court’s decision on a case.

In criminal cases, the Court decides whether a person is guilty based on the evidence.

In civil cases, the Court decides whether a claim is valid.

Orders

An order is a direction made by the Court.

Orders may require a person to:

• take a specific action
• stop doing something
• pay compensation or provide another form of remedy

Orders are legally binding and must be followed.

Public record

Judgements and orders are recorded in the public register of cases, unless access is restricted.

For more information on restricted cases, see ‘Understanding closed and sealed court cases’.

Additional information

• The Court may correct minor administrative errors in its records
• Decisions can be challenged through an appeal process