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judge
Description
Code
2612.1
Description
Judges preside over, review and handle court cases, hearings, appeals and trials. They ensure that court procedures conform to conventional legal processes and review evidence and juries. Judges preside over cases involving such areas as crime, family issues, civil law, small claims and juvenile offenses.
Alternative Labels
adjudicator
appeal court judge
circuit judge
deputy circuit judge
district judge
examining magistrate
family court judge
high court judge
inquisitorial magistrate
investigating magistrate
judge
recorder
youth court judge
Regulatory Aspect
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Essential Skills and Competences
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Status
released