About the Courts of Jersey
The Courts of Jersey support the administration of justice in Jersey.
It includes:
- the Courts
- Judicial Greffe
- Probation Service
- Tribunal Service
- Viscount's Department
These services help people access the justice system, resolve legal matters and carry out court decisions.
Find more information including court lists, forms and guidance on courts.je.
Main services and responsibilities
Courts
The Courts deal with a range of civil, family and criminal cases, including:
- divorce
- adoption
- children proceedings
- debt claims
- criminal offences
Find out more about our different courts on courts.je.
Judicial Greffe
The Judicial Greffe provides administrative support to the courts and manages a range of legal services.
Judicial Greffe on courts.je
Probation Service
The Probation Service works with people involved in the criminal justice system.
It provides assessments, supervision and support to help reduce reoffending and protect the public.
Find out more about probation on courts.je.
Tribunal Service
The Tribunal Service hears certain claims and appeals under Jersey law, including:
- employment and discrimination
- Social Security matters
- tax and rent
- planning
Tribunals on courts.je
Viscount's Department
The Viscount's Department carries out orders of the Royal Court and has responsibilities including:
- enforcement
- jury service
- insolvency
Viscount’s Gazette notice of distraints
Viscount’s Department on courts.je
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