The Magistrates Court of South Australia is the lowest level court in the state. and has a criminal and a civil jurisdiction. The criminal jurisdiction deals with summary offences which may be dealt with by a fine, imprisonment of up to two years, community service or a good behaviour bond. The civil jurisdiction hears cases seeking damages up to $100,000.00 and has a minor civil jurisdiction hearing cases up to $12,000.00. Further information about the Magistrates Court can be obtained from the Courts Administration website.