Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
justice-of-the-peace
noun
/ˈdʒʌs.tɪs əv ðə peɪs/
Definition
A magistrate appointed to supervise minor legal matters and administer justice in a local area.
Examples
- A justice of the peace officiated their wedding.
- She took her complaint to the justice of the peace for resolution.
- The local justice of the peace is responsible for area traffic violations.
Meaning
The role of a justice of the peace is to oversee and resolve minor disputes, perform marriages, and manage small claims in a community, ensuring that justice is accessible to all.
Synonyms
- magistrate
- justice
- local judge
