Definition of Magistrate
a judge that hears and rules on minor offenses
Examples of Magistrate in a sentence
As a local magistrate, the judge’s power over state issues was limited.
Minor cases were assigned to be presided over by the magistrate.
In his courtroom, the magistrate heard a series of civil cases.
The magistrate presided over traffic court in several different parishes.
Justice was served by the magistrate who ruled in favor of the plaintiff.
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