magistrates

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She wrote to the magistrates setting out the mistake, while her niece also penned a letter explaining that the family was now stepping in to help.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Sir Andrew said he was confident the new approach could be adopted nationwide, though it would take time to train advisers, court staff, judges and magistrates.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Her appointment as the National Assembly’s president in 2006 gave her a central role in selecting judges—especially Supreme Court magistrates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

It would also introduce mandatory certification by medical boards and district magistrates, with additional approvals for those undergoing gender-affirming surgery.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Beneath them, a system of magistrates selected to serve by lot was used to carry decisions through.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith