Geelong County Court List for Tuesday, 5 May 2026
The Geelong County Court has released its full schedule of appearances for Tuesday, 5 May 2026. The list includes a variety of criminal and civil matters, with defendants facing charges ranging from theft to serious assault. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the cases to be heard.
Morning Session
The morning session will commence at 10:00 AM, presided over by Judge Andrew Collins. Cases include:
- John Smith – Charged with aggravated burglary. Represented by Sarah Thompson of Thompson Legal.
- Emily Brown – Facing charges of fraud over $50,000. Legal representation by Michael Chen of Chen & Associates.
- David Wilson – Accused of drug trafficking. Represented by Lisa Nguyen of Nguyen Lawyers.
Afternoon Session
The afternoon session begins at 2:00 PM, with Judge Patricia O'Brien presiding. Matters include:
- Michael Davis – Charged with assault occasioning bodily harm. Represented by James White of White & Co.
- Sarah Taylor – Facing charges of theft from an employer. Legal representation by Rachel Green of Green Legal.
- Robert Johnson – Accused of driving under the influence (third offence). Represented by Anthony Lee of Lee Legal.
Additional Matters
Several other cases will be mentioned, including directions hearings and bail applications. Notable among these is the matter of Jessica Martinez, charged with perjury, who will appear via video link. Her legal team, led by Karen Brown of Brown & Partners, will seek an adjournment.
The court has advised that all appearances are subject to change. Members of the public and media are welcome to attend, subject to courtroom capacity. For further details, contact the Geelong County Court registry.
