Selection And Appointment

Question 1

Local Adivisory Committees

Answer 1

A person can apply directly for the position of magistrate or they can apply through ads in the press. Ensures there is a cross section of society to change the view of magistates

Question 2

Interview

Answer 2

Assess candiate personal and personality. Six key qualities

Question 3

Second interview

Answer 3

Aimed at testing candidates potential judical aptitude. Done by discussion of a least 2 case study

Question 4

Appointment

Answer 4

Submit names which are suitable to Lord Chief Justice. Successful applicants will sworn in at crown court and may continue to sit until they are 70