Kyneton Magistrates’ Court: a pillar of justice in the Macedon Ranges
Kyneton Magistrates’ Court — 1A Hutton Street, Kyneton VIC 3444.
Kyneton Magistrates’ Court is an important part of the Macedon Ranges community. This historic courthouse in the heart of Kyneton continues to serve local people while remaining a symbol of the region’s heritage. Shamac Lawyers has a strong, regular presence at Kyneton, so you get an experienced lawyer who knows the local court.
Looking for a Kyneton criminal lawyer? Principal lawyer Shane McClure appears regularly at Kyneton Magistrates’ Court for criminal and traffic charges. The court also hears family violence and personal safety intervention order matters, and we act for both applicants and respondents.
A historic court with a modern role
Built in the 1850s, the heritage-listed courthouse has been sensitively redeveloped with modern accessibility features, including a ramp at the entrance. Today it hears a wide range of matters for Kyneton, Woodend, Macedon, Gisborne, Malmsbury, Romsey, Lancefield and surrounding towns across the Macedon Ranges Shire.
Cases heard at Kyneton Magistrates’ Court
- Criminal matters — summary offences, contested hearings and the early stages of indictable matters.
- Traffic offences — drink and drug driving, speeding and unlicensed driving.
- Family Violence Intervention Orders — applications, responses and alleged breaches.
- Personal Safety Intervention Orders — disputes involving threats to personal safety outside family relationships.
- Civil disputes — local claims within the court’s jurisdiction.
Visiting the court
Kyneton is a regional court that sits on scheduled days rather than every weekday, so check your court notice and the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria website for sitting dates. The court is centrally located near Mollison Street, a short walk from the town centre.
Tips for your day at court
- Arrive early. Allow time for security screening and to find your courtroom or check in.
- Dress neatly. Smart, conservative clothing shows respect for the court.
- Bring your paperwork. Charge sheet, summons, court notices and any references or reports.
- Plan to be there most of the day. Matters are often listed at the same time and called in turn.
- Get advice before your court date — not on the morning — so your lawyer has time to prepare.
How Shamac Lawyers can help at Kyneton Magistrates’ Court
Criminal law
Our criminal defence lawyers appear for clients charged with summary and indictable offences, including:
- assault and injury offences
- drug possession and trafficking
- theft, burglary and dishonesty offences
- fraud
- breaches of community corrections orders and intervention orders
- bail applications
Traffic and drink driving
Drink and drug driving, speeding, unlicensed driving and dangerous or careless driving charges can affect your licence and your livelihood. We help you understand the likely penalty and present the strongest case for you.
Intervention orders
We act for both applicants and respondents in Family Violence and Personal Safety Intervention Order matters, aiming to resolve them early wherever possible. Read our guide on how to respond to an intervention order.
Family law, civil and conveyancing
We also help with separation and family law matters, civil disputes, and residential and commercial conveyancing.
Frequently asked questions
It is not compulsory, but a lawyer who knows the court can negotiate with police, advise on diversion and present your case effectively — often leading to a better result.
Yes — including Bendigo, Ballarat and Bacchus Marsh.
Charged in the Macedon Ranges?
Being charged outside Melbourne shouldn’t mean settling for less. Whether you are facing a criminal or traffic charge or an intervention order at Kyneton, speak to a Kyneton criminal lawyer who appears at this court regularly. Call Shamac Lawyers for experienced representation at Kyneton Magistrates’ Court.