West Hertfordshire Magistrates
All but one of the following articles are written by practising Magistrates in West Hertordshire. Each article looks at various aspects of this interesting and at times challenging but rewarding role. Check for updates as we hope to be adding more articles soon.
Written for new magistrates or those thinking about becoming a magistrate, this detailed account describes in full a criminal trial. From the Ministry of Justice Magistrates website.
A newly qualified Magistrate recalls the past year, from his thought-provoking and thorough second interview to his appointment and first sittings on the Bench.
Experienced Magistrate Margaret Redding describes how being a member of the Bench is absorbing and challenging in itself, but it is often the case that a lot of members are involved in all sorts of other community activities and commitments.
How can a busy person find time to become a magistrate? Christine Child JP, a parent with a full-time, demanding job, says it is possible – and well worthwhile.
A Day on the Bench
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