UK Government, the Law and Your Role
Magistrates (Justices of the Peace) are:
AFully-trained lawyers appointed by the government
BMembers of the local community who volunteer to hear minor cases ✓
CPolice officers who can impose fines
DCivil servants who handle minor legal disputes
Explanation
Magistrates (also called Justices of the Peace) are members of the local community. They are not paid and do not need legal qualifications. They deal with minor criminal cases.
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