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Magistrates Flashcards

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1
Q

What qualifies a person to become a magistrate

A

18-65 years old

Live in or near the local area

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Who can not serve as a magistrate

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Criminals 
Blind people 
In debt 
Police 
Army
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3
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What category of Offences can they hear

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Summary Offences - assault

Indictable offence - ABH

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Magistrate removal

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Must retire at 70

Can be removed by the Lord Chief Justice under the Courts Act 2003

Incapacity or misbehaving
Persistent failure or meet standards of competence
Neglecting or declining to participate in role as a magistrate

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