magistrate
noun
a civil officer charged with the administration of the law.
magistrates
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pluralof magistrate.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Under state law, magistrates are to “impose the least onerous conditions” when deciding bail and should set bail “as low as the court determines is necessary” to assure the defendant returns to court.
From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026
They added that sentencing decisions are made by independent judges and magistrates, in line with the sentencing guidelines.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Andrew Thomas KC - chairman of the Criminal Bar Association, which represents barristers who work in crown and magistrates courts - said the profession was "delighted".
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
He has appeared before magistrates in Johannesburg where he confirmed his name and was told a further court hearing would take place on 22 July.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
“It’s interesting how all the magistrates and king’s fathers in your stories seem to have the same personality. It’s as if they could all be the same person.”
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
