5 Best Criminal Lawyers in Townsville
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated criminal lawyers in Townsville, ranked by Google rating across 1,088 client reviews (average 4.9 stars). Criminal charges from Townsville and North Queensland are heard at the Townsville courthouse, 31 Walker Street. A lawyer can appear at the first mention, make a bail application and request the police brief.
Best criminal lawyers in Townsville
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Hugo Law Group Editor's pick
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Doogue + George Editor's pick
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Angus Cameron Partners Editor's pick
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MobbsMarr Legal
4.90score -
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Connolly Suthers Lawyers Townsville
4.86score -
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O'Shea & Dyer Solicitors Townsville
4.80score -
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Bellco Law
4.75score -
8
Strategic Lawyers Townsville
4.73score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “criminal lawyer townsville”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among criminal lawyers in Townsville
Highest weighted score
MobbsMarr Legal: 5.0 stars from 159 reviews.
Most reviewed
Connolly Suthers Lawyers Townsville: 392 Google reviews, rated 4.9.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
MobbsMarr Legal: 5.0 stars from 159 reviews.
Where are criminal matters heard in Townsville?
Townsville Magistrates Court deals with simple offences, summary indictable matters and committals. The District Court and the Supreme Court of Queensland also sit in Townsville, so serious indictable matters from the region are usually heard there.
What Queensland rules apply?
Queensland's main criminal offences are in the Criminal Code, which is Schedule 1 to the Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld), and many minor offences are in the Summary Offences Act 2005 (Qld). Bail is governed by the Bail Act 1980 (Qld), under which some accused people must show cause why their detention is not justified. Under section 52 of the Justices Act 1886 (Qld), a complaint for a simple offence generally must be made within 1 year.
How much does a criminal lawyer cost in Townsville?
Fees for criminal lawyers in Townsville depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Townsville
Legal Aid Queensland has an office in the Northern Securities Building, 22 Walker Street, Townsville. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Townsville criminal lawyer FAQs
Where is the Townsville Magistrates Court?
Townsville Magistrates Court is at 31 Walker Street, Townsville.
Do I need a Townsville lawyer for a Townsville charge?
Not necessarily. Any Queensland lawyer can act, but a local lawyer can attend mentions in person and bail applications at short notice.
Is legal aid available in Townsville?
Yes. Legal Aid Queensland has an office at 22 Walker Street, Townsville, and duty lawyers attend the Magistrates Court.
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