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Lay Magistrates - Coggle Diagram
Lay Magistrates
Role
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Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (LASPO)
New powers to issue higher penalties if it's a level 5 offence. This includes harassment and selling alcohol to children.
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Qualifications
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Area- The country is divided into local justice areas. You are expected to live or work near or within that certain local justice area.
Judicial Qualities- Important that they can assimilate factual information and make a reasoned decision
Key Qualities
- Understanding and good communication
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- Maturity and sound temperament
- Sound judgement and commitment
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