Overview
A lower court in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland that deals with summary criminal offences and some civil matters. It is typically presided over by lay magistrates or a stipendiary magistrate.
Role in this knowledge base
The Magistrates’ Court is identified as the court that deals with minor criminal cases in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, a topic covered in the Life in the UK test.
Key facts
- Deals with minor criminal offences in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.