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justice of the peace (JP)

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A quick definition of justice of the peace (JP):

A justice of the peace, or JP, is a person who can act as a judge in a small court. They can hear cases that are not very serious, like small arguments or traffic violations. They can also marry people or make them promise to tell the truth in court.

A more thorough explanation:

A Justice of the Peace (JP) is a person who has the authority to preside over a local court of limited jurisdiction. This means that they can hear and make decisions on minor criminal or civil legal matters. Some examples of cases that a JP might hear include:

Small claims
Misdemeanors
Traffic violations
Officiating marriages
Administering oaths

For example, if someone gets a speeding ticket, they might have to go to court and appear before a JP. The JP would listen to both sides of the case and make a decision about whether the person is guilty or not guilty. If they are found guilty, the JP would then decide on a punishment, such as a fine or community service.

Another example of when a JP might be involved is when two people want to get married. In some places, a JP can perform a marriage ceremony and make it legal.

Overall, a JP is an important part of the legal system, helping to ensure that minor legal matters are resolved fairly and efficiently.

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shaquilleoatmeal

11:14

damn couldnt even get to Christmas dinner before this question lmao im not looking for anything serious rn so no updates lol

cheriebomb

11:14

i made out with my ex in a stairwell the other day if you care. my only update

shaquilleoatmeal

11:14

oof

shaquilleoatmeal

11:14

twitter ex or a different ex

cheriebomb

11:15

different ex

windyMagician

11:15

since its not Twitter dude I'll forgive it

shaquilleoatmeal

11:17

at least you did that before the new year, cant carry that baggage in 25

cheriebomb

11:17

I think he thinks if I move to nyc we’re going to get back together

cheriebomb

11:17

that’s not my plan tbh

jackfrost11770

11:18

https://www.reddit.com/r/lawschooladmissions/comments/1hk0qlh/insane_admissions_story/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

jackfrost11770

11:18

this is so funny

shaquilleoatmeal

11:19

lmao damn wish id be classmates with this dude

shaquilleoatmeal

11:20

@cheriebomb: you never know what the future holds

jackfrost11770

11:20

also cherie fallen soldier

jackfrost11770

11:20

i got home at 8 am from the club and my neighbor was leaving to go biking. truly living in different worlds

cheriebomb

11:20

i don’t fw him that heavy tbh

cheriebomb

11:21

i get along better with his friends than i do with him

windyMagician

11:21

nah the hiking in Nike blazers deserves jail time

cheriebomb

11:21

he was already vomiting and shitting in a hole I think he did his penance

windyMagician

11:26

call that restorative justice

shaquilleoatmeal

11:34

@cheriebomb: https://www.boston.com/travel/travel/2024/12/20/boston-was-just-named-the-most-beautiful-winter-city-in-the-world/

cheriebomb

11:35

they put a place in the UK second. I don’t trust their methodology

shaquilleoatmeal

11:35

im laughin cause it definitely isnt but the fact that some people this it is is comical

shaquilleoatmeal

11:35

tink*

shaquilleoatmeal

11:35

think jee

shaquilleoatmeal

11:35

jeez - im over it

cheriebomb

11:37

imagine saying you want to go to boston for christmas 💀

shaquilleoatmeal

11:40

https://www.instagram.com/backbayboston/p/DD13nN_RM3g/

shaquilleoatmeal

11:40

imagine you not wanting to go what lmao

cheriebomb

13:55

not impressed by the fact that they have a park and some buildings. who doesn't

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