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
By prescription, the judges consist of Pessac’s mayor, the parish priest, a justice of the peace and several others, including, “preferably,” a gaggle of winegrowers’ wives.
From New York Times
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
Two of the justices of the peace were so concerned by the comments that they contacted the police.
From BBC
A justice of the peace signed three of the seven motions on Tuesday, court officials said.
From Seattle Times
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