justice of the peace
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Summary cases are heard by a sheriff or justice of the peace without a jury and can result in prison sentences of up to 12 months and fines of up to £10,000.
From BBC • Sep. 20, 2024
The justice of the peace who released the complaint did not know if McDougal had hired an attorney yet but said he had indicated he did not want a court-appointed lawyer.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024
The death and Lynch’s identity were confirmed by Nikol Endres, a justice of the peace in the area.
From New York Times • Dec. 23, 2023
Although today most Americans are likely to encounter a justice of the peace in the context of civil marriage ceremonies, this office was once the most important agent of law enforcement.
From Slate • Dec. 5, 2023
He drove to the county seat and was married to her by a justice of the peace.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
