Court orders

Can I make part payments on a Court Order?

If the order has not been sent to SPER, you should contact the Court where the order was made to discuss your payment options.

Once the fine has been sent to SPER, an Instalment Plan can be arranged by contacting the SPER Call Centre or downloading the application and posting it to:

Can I do community service instead of paying my fine?

If an order has not been sent to SPER, the type of penalty that you have been ordered to pay by the Court will determine whether you can do community service. For example, you cannot do community service instead of paying restitution or compensation that must be paid to a victim of crime. To find out if you are eligible for community service, contact the Court that made the original order.

Once the Court Order has been sent to SPER, you must contact SPER to determine if you are eligible for community service.

What if I don't agree with the Court Order?

SPER does not have the authority to withdraw or waive a Court Order. Any enquiries about disputing or appealing a Court decision should be made to the relevant Court or your legal representative.

What if you want to apply for a rehearing/reopening for a Court ordered offence?

SPER cannot arrange for the matter to be reheard/reopened. You would need to contact the originating Court (the Court that originally heard the matter) to find out if you are eligible for these options. For more information refer to the Queensland Courts website.

It is recommended you obtain legal advice from a solicitor or other qualified person regarding your options as any appearance in court could lead to additional costs.