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The President of the Children's Court has issued a further Public Notice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

All the President’s public notices and announcements relating to court arrangements in response to COVID-19 can be found under Public Notices and Announcements.

Enquiries relating to COVID-19-related fines

Following a recent matter in the Supreme Court of NSW, Revenue NSW announced the withdrawal and refund of some COVID-19-related fines. The Supreme Court has not yet published its judgment and reasons. Any relevant action for a matter before the Children’s Court (either still pending or finalised) will be decided after this judgment is available and affected cases are identified. We will provide an update as soon as this information is available.

Young people should contact their lawyer or Legal Aid NSW on 9219 5006 if they have any questions.

For fines issued by Revenue NSW (that have not been court elected), you can contact Revenue NSW on 1300 138 118 directly to discuss your situation. The news release is available here.

Help for victims of crimes and witnesses

Support for victims of crime

The Victims Services website has a section called Justice Journey which gives practical advice and contact details of service providers that can help and support you before, during and after the court process.

If you are an Aboriginal person or Torres Straits Islands person who is a victim of crime in NSW, you can call the special confidential Victim's Services Aboriginal Contact Line on 1800 019 123.

Victims and Witnesses of Crime Court Support is an independent organisation that provides information for victims and witnesses and offers free court assistance and support. The service does not provide legal advice or advocacy at Court.

Support for witnesses

The Victims Services website has links to services for witnesses or victims with particular needs, for example people with cognitive disabilities. Your time at court is a special section aimed at witnesses who need to give evidence.