Become a magistrate
Apply to be a magistrate
Before you can apply, you must:
- visit your local court or research how family courts work
- prepare for your application
Visit your local court
You must visit a criminal court at least twice in the 12 months before you apply. You鈥檒l be asked about this in your application.
. The court will tell you when to visit and which courtrooms to see.
Research how family courts work
You cannot visit a family court because these cases are heard in private. To prepare for your application, you must .
Prepare for your application
When you apply you鈥檒l be asked to give examples to show that you can:
- understand and appreciate different perspectives
- communicate with sensitivity and respect
- work and engage with people professionally
- make fair, impartial and transparent decisions
- show self-awareness and be open to learning
You also need to provide 2 references. If you鈥檙e employed, one of them must be from your employer. They cannot be a relative or someone you live with.
How to apply online
Visit the magistrates website to .
If your application is successful, you鈥檒l be invited to an interview.
If there are no roles available near you
You can . You鈥檒l get an email when a role in your area is available.
Other ways to apply
Contact your local advisory committee if you cannot apply online. You can request a different format, such as a paper form.