Courts and date coverage
Different courts and tribunals have different coverage on Find Case Law. Some have comprehensive recent records, while others include selected historical judgments.
Why coverage varies
The coverage we provide depends on different factors:
- court digitisation – when courts began creating digital records
- publication practices – how different courts decide what to publish
Understanding these variations helps you know what to expect when searching and whether the case you're looking for should be in our collection.
Understanding our coverage
Courts and tribunals in Find Case Law provides detailed coverage information for each court and tribunal, including:
- date ranges for each court's records
- how complete the coverage is
- what types of cases are included
- notes on special collections or historical records
Using coverage information
Knowing the coverage helps you:
- search more effectively – understanding what's available prevents frustration when cases don't appear
- set realistic expectations – some courts have gaps in their records
- find alternatives – if coverage is limited, we can point you to other sources
- understand the collection – see how Find Case Law has grown and continues to expand
Coverage is expanding
We regularly add new courts, extend date ranges for existing courts, and digitise historical judgments. The coverage information is updated as we expand the service.
If you can't find what you're looking for, check the coverage details to see whether it falls within our current scope.