Request a Court Hearing

If you have received an infringement notice, you may elect to have the matter heard in the Magistrates' Court. Only the individual who is named on the infringement can make this request. Third parties are not permitted to submit the request on your behalf.

If you elect to have the matter heard in court, you cannot change your mind and decide to pay the infringement once the matter has begun.

If you are unsure about how to proceed or need legal advice, you should seek advice from a lawyer or contact Victorian Legal Aid for professional guidance regarding your case.

Appearing in Court

Mornington Peninsula Shire's matters are heard at the Dromana Magistrates Court. For your case to be heard, you must appear in person on the date of your hearing. If you don’t appear on your court date, the Shire may apply to the court on the day to have the matter heard in your absence.

Possible Penalties

At your hearing, the Magistrate will decide on an appropriate penalty. They may decide to:

  • Record a conviction if they find you guilty
  • Issue you with a new fine which might be more or less than the original infringement
  • Order you to pay the Shire's fees
  • Dismiss or discharge your case
  • Adjourn (delay) the matter to another date
  • Order you to do unpaid community work

Request Via Email

Step 1.Submit your email request

To submit your request, email our Customer Service team and include the following information:

  • Your full name
  • Your address
  • Your infringement number

Step 2.Wait for your confirmation

After we have received your request, we will send you a letter confirming that we have received your request and that your infringement has been withdrawn pending a hearing in the Magistrates Court.

Step 3.Wait for your letter with your summons date and brief of evidence

In the weeks after you receive your confirmation letter, we will send you a further letter with a summons with your hearing date. This letter will also contain a brief of evidence which sets out all the evidence of the offence which the court will hear. This letter can sometimes take up to two months to receive depending on the complexity of your case.

Step 4.Attend court

After you’ve received your letter with your summons and brief of evidence, you must attend court in person on the date listed on your summons. If you fail to attend, the Shire may ask the Magistrate to hear the matter in your absence

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need assistance with your request, please contact us or visit our office.

 

Offices: Find your nearest Shire Office

 

Postal Address: Private Bag 1000 Rosebud, Victoria, 3939

 

Email: customerservice@mornpen.vic.gov.au

 

Phone: 1300 850 600

 

Hours of Operation: Service centre and connection point operating hours and days vary by location.

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