The oath, the Act, and the Council
How Justices of the Peace are appointed and held to account, and how the association is run.
Appointed by the Attorney General, sworn under oath
A Justice of the Peace is appointed by the Attorney General, on the command of the Governor. They swear under oath to:
“Perform conscientiously, responsibly, and in accordance with the law, the duties that the Law imposes on Justices of the Peace” and to “assist in the administration of justice and in the maintenance of peace, order and good government in the State.”
JPs are subject to the Justices of the Peace Act 2004.
Elected leadership, meeting through the year
Our Council members have the power to manage the affairs of the Association, as shown in its Rules. Leadership includes a President, Deputy President, and Treasurer. These and non-executive Councillors are voted on at Annual General Meetings. The Council may appoint a Registrar, who may or may not be a JP and who manages daily operations and enquiries as well as required record-keeping.
Council must meet a minimum of three times yearly, in person or electronically, but generally meets more frequently.
