Magistrates Flashcards
1
Q
What qualifies a person to become a magistrate
A
18-65 years old
Live in or near the local area
2
Q
Who can not serve as a magistrate
A
Criminals Blind people In debt Police Army
3
Q
What category of Offences can they hear
A
Summary Offences - assault
Indictable offence - ABH
4
Q
Magistrate removal
A
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