Two of the community justice courts will be in London, in the boroughs of Newham and Haringey, and the third will be in Methyr Tydfill in Wales.
Eleven community courts have been set up in England since 2005. Staff and magistrates work with local residents to identify key local concerns, and ways to tackle problems.
The courts are expected to work closely with local criminal justice agencies such as youth offending teams, as well as drug and alcohol services.
Maria Eagle, the community justice minister, said: "Community justice courts are invaluable in ensuring that the criminal justice system meets the diverse needs of our local communities."
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