Becoming a magistrate: guidance for applicants
Visit the Volunteer to be a Magistrate website to find out what to do before applying, details of the recruitment process and apply online.
Applies to England and Wales
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Apply to become a magistrate online
Find out what magistrates are expected to do, what goes on inside court and apply online.
Get guidance on completing an application form to become a magistrate, including details of what you need to supply for restricted occupations, criminal records, key attributes for the role and references.
Find out more about how to volunteer as a magistrate and decide if it’s the right opportunity for you.
Last updated 24 January 2022 + show all updates
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Removed guidance document and changed details to link to the new online application process at https://magistrates.judiciary.uk/.
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