Magistrates

Magistrate is another name for a justice of the peace who presides over the magistrates' court. Magistrates are ordinary members of the public who have no formal legal qualifications and give their time to the court voluntarily.

How to become a magistrate

The Department for Constitutional Affairs website provides further information on magistrates including details of their selection and training.

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