An recruitment power point for the Lay Magistrates'.

1. The Lay Magistracy
Created by Paige Simpson

3. Who are the lay magistrates?
The lay magistrates are volunteers of the general public
that do not require any legal qualifications, or knowledge
of the justice system. There are 3 magistrates that sit
in court. The Bench Chairman who sits in the middle and
is the only one allowed to speak in the open court. Along
side of them are the other two magistrates’ who are
known as the “wingers”.

4. For a look inside the Magistrates’
court see this video!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
QF46W6LvHY4

5. If you decide to become
a Magistrate you will
have to deal with cases
such as:
• Motoring Offences
• Minor Assault
• Theft
• And even murder (although this will be
passed to the Crown Court)

6. The types of people that can and can’t
be appointed as a Magistrate

7. YOU DON’T NEED
ANY
QUALIFICATIONS!
Training is given to
you to help you with
your journey on
becoming a Lay
Magistrate.
If you’re thinking of becoming
a Lay Magistrate there are
some things you have to
consider, such as:
• You have to be aged
between 18 and 70
• Have good hearing as you
will have to listen to the
case
• Have good character

9. For more information on becoming a magistrate visit the GOV.UK website:
https://www.gov.uk/become-magistrate/can-you-be-a-magistrate

11. All your expenses are
paid, including travel.
There is no need to
worry about your work
as they will give you
paid time off in order
for you to go to court.

12. Becoming a Magistrate would a be great chance in your life, if you
are considering applying, here shows the application process to help
you. https://www.gov.uk/become-magistrate/apply-to-be-a-magistrate
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