Established in 1877 the Amtsgericht Spandau stands proudly. It’s a significant part of Berlin’s judicial history. This impressive building at Altstädter Ring 7 has witnessed countless legal proceedings. It has played a vital role in the Spandau district’s legal framework. Initially under the Landgericht Berlin II its jurisdiction extended beyond Berlin’s limits. It included parts of the Osthavelland district. This was excluding areas assigned to other Amtsgerichte. With four judges in 1880 it was a mid-sized court. In 1899 it was reassigned to Landgericht Berlin III. After the merger of Berlin’s Landgerichte in 1933 it became part of Landgericht Berlin.
The Second World War brought temporary changes. The Soviet occupation established a Bezirksgericht in each Berlin district. The Bezirksgericht Spandau emerged on June 1 1945. Its jurisdiction shrunk to the Spandau district. These Bezirksgerichte later resumed the name Amtsgericht. The Allied Kommandantur’s decision on September 27 1945 reinstated the traditional three-tiered court system. Twelve Amtsgerichte including the Amtsgericht Spandau were re-established.
To cover areas outside Berlin the Amtsgericht Falkensee was created in 1946. This included several towns and villages. Velten and Pinnow joined Amtsgericht Oranienburg. Marwitz went to Amtsgericht Kremmen. Pausin joined Amtsgericht Nauen. Groß-Glienicke became part of Amtsgericht Potsdam. The Amtsgericht Spandau continues to serve the people of Spandau. It’s a testament to the enduring need for justice. Its history is interwoven with Berlin’s history. Today it handles family civil and criminal cases. The Amtsgericht Spandau is more than just a building. It is a symbol of law and order. It has served the community for over 140 years. Its presence ensures justice continues in Spandau. It continues to uphold the rule of law. Its role is essential to the life of Spandau. The Amtsgericht Spandau’s story is a microcosm of Berlin’s legal evolution.