Court Jurisdiction and Locations

Divisions of the Court

The District Court Galgamuwa is organized to efficiently handle various categories of civil and criminal matters, ensuring the proper administration of justice.

Court Rooms

Full List of Court Room Numbers / Names

District Court Galgamuwa (Open Court)

Presiding Judge

Assigned to Each Court Room

Presiding Judge, Galgamuwa: D.M.R.R. Bandara

Divisions

Division of the Courts

Court Halls

Open Court

Presiding Judge

D.M.R.R. Bandara

Types of Cases Heard

Civil cases & Criminal cases

Direct Contact Telephone Numbers

037-2253091

Telephone Number to Connect to the Court Room

037-2253066

Jurisdiction

Case Types / Subject Areas Handled

Under the Judicature Act No. 02 of 1978 of Sri Lanka, District Courts hold unlimited original civil jurisdiction, which covers:

Civil & Commercial Disputes

Money recovery claims, land ownership disputes, contract disputes, partition actions, and damages claims.

Family & Matrimonial Disputes

Divorce, judicial separation, nullity of marriage, and custody of children.

Testamentary & Estate Cases

Granting of Probates and Letters of Administration, estate administration of deceased persons.

Insolvency & Guardianship Matters

Insolvency, guardianship of minors, and management of the persons/properties of individuals of unsound mind.

Contact

Direct Contact Extension & Office Contact Information

Address

District Court, Court Complex,
Galgamuwa, Sri Lanka

General Landline

037-2253091

Direct extension numbers to specific court chambers or registries are assigned internally via the District Court Registrar's Office.