Stipendiary Magistrate (Noun)
Meaning
(United Kingdom) a paid magistrate (appointed by the Home Secretary) dealing with police cases.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The stipendiary magistrate listened to both sides of the argument before reaching a verdict in the case.
- A stipendiary magistrate was appointed by the Home Secretary to oversee the trial of the high-profile defendant.
- As a stipendiary magistrate, she had to make tough decisions every day in court, often dealing with difficult defendants.
- The role of a stipendiary magistrate requires a thorough understanding of the law and excellent communication skills.
- Due to her experience and expertise, the Home Secretary decided to appoint her as a stipendiary magistrate to handle complex police cases.