Welcome to the Children's Court of Western Australia
We deal with offences alleged to have been committed by young people aged 10 to 17 years. The court also deals with protection and care applications and restraining order applications. These are for children under the age of 18 years.
The Perth Children's Court is located at 160 Pier Street in Perth. Children's Court cases are also heard in other courthouses throughout the State.
In-Roads
Information on the therapeutic court for criminal matters.
Meet our Facility Dogs
Winston is one of the support dogs at Perth Children's Court.
Dandjoo Bidi-Ak
Information on the therapeutic court for protection and care.
Reconciliation Statement
Information on the courts and tribunals Reconciliation Statement.
Services and Support
Information on services and support offered at the Children's Court.
Legal Resources
The Publications and Forms section contains all the legal resources.
Protection and Care
Children who have suffered, or are likely to suffer harm due to neglect or abuse.
Criminal Matters
Crime that causes damage to a person, and is also an offence against society.
Restraining Orders
They are orders used by the court to protect a person in an unwanted situation.