Survey reveals three-quarters are inadequate for disabled people with problems such as lack of ramps Three-quarters of magistrates courts in England and Wales are inadequately accessible for people ...

The magistrates court system in England and Wales has been gripped by a growing crisis, with dozens of experienced magistrates resigning in a row over government imposed court costs. The Criminal ...

When the doors to Chorley Magistrates’ Court shut for a final time, Lindsay Hoyle says he knew it would have a profound impact on his constituents. The Labour MP fears the “penny-wise but ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. PROVIDENCE – Family Court Chief Judge Michael B. Forte wants magistrates to perform the same duties as judges and preside over and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A mother and daughter who volunteer as magistrates in their spare time, dealing with crimes including drink-driving and theft and ...