Guide for the Magistrate in the Commonwealth: Fundamental Principles and Recommended Practices

In August 2021, the CMJA published an update of the above Guide (last published in January 2017), with the support and assistance of the CMJA’s former President, His Hon. Dr John Lowndes.  The Guide, whilst directed to judicial officers of limited jurisdiction is of relevance to all judicial officers across the Commonwealth.  The Guide is available on the CMJA’s membership area and at:
A Guide For the Magistrate in the Commonwealth: Fundamental Principles, Recommended Practices