The Justice's Manual: With the Justices' Statute, and Notes Thereon (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

James Joseph Casey

 
9780243572687: The Justice's Manual: With the Justices' Statute, and Notes Thereon (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, a volume examining the office of justices of the peace in 19th century Victoria Australia, commences with an analysis of the justices' common law and statutory powers. It then moves into a discussion of procedure before justices including topics such as the elements of a charge and the different pleas that can be made in response. The author discusses the ability for justices to issue search warrants and compelling witnesses and concludes with insight into the powers of the justices, both ministerial and judicial, before closing with a chapter on writs. This book provides a valuable examination of the office of the justice of the peace in 19th century Victoria Australia for scholars and legal professionals alike.

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