3. Lay magistrates are also known as
justices of the peace.
They are unpaid volunteers who
manage cases within the magistrates
court of the criminal division.
There are 23,000 magistrates in England
and Wales.
4. Apply online.
Attend a local court and sit in a hearing.
No qualifications required.
Anyone aged between 18-65.
Contact Local Advisory Committee for more
information.
If you have the required qualities.
5. Good character and personal honesty.
The ability to understand and communicate
effectively.
Social awareness.
Maturity and personality.
Fair judgement.
Commitment and reliability.
6. YES, Most certainly.
You can make a difference by helping your
community.
Help your society.
Make the decisions which you think are
appropriate.
Will give you a chance to gain your personal
skills.