Which courts handle serious civil and criminal cases in Western Australia?

In Western Australia, the Supreme Court of Western Australia serves as the state's highest judicial body and is responsible for handling the most serious civil and criminal cases.1

The judicial system also includes district courts, magistrate courts, and specialized courts dedicated to matters involving families and children. Lower courts are required to follow the rulings established by higher courts, and cases that remain unresolved by the Supreme Court may be escalated to the High Court of Australia, whose decisions are final. Additionally, the Federal Court of Australia maintains authority within the state.1