The Koori Court is less formal than the mainstream Children's Court. In the Koori Court, the Community Elder or respected person, the child/young person's family member, the Koori Court Officer or any other person within the courtroom can also have their say with regards to the matter at hand. This is done so the Court can find the best solution to support the child.
The Koori Court aims to:
- Involve the child's family and community to talk about the offences in question
- Make it easier for the child/young person to come to court and have their say
- Make the child/young person think more deeply about their choices to become a more active and positive influence within their community
- Reduce the number of young Koori people going to prison