justice of the peace


Definition: Meaning of, justice of the peace in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈdʒʌstɪs ɒv;(ə)v ðə;ðɪ;ðiː piːs /

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justice of the peace justices of the peace
  1. law a local magistrate with limited powers
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Justice of the Peace


Definition: Meaning of, Justice of the Peace in English to English dictionary.

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Justice of the Peace Justices of the Peace
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  1. someone who judges less serious cases in small law courts and, in the US, can perform marriage ceremonies
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