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Plural
magistrates
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a person who acts as a judge in a law court and deals with minor offenses
- The magistrate presided over the small claims court, resolving disputes between individuals.
- The local magistrate imposed a fine on the defendant for violating noise ordinances.
- She was appointed as a magistrate after years of experience as a practicing attorney.
- The magistrate listened attentively to both sides of the argument before making a ruling.
- Magistrates play a crucial role in the judicial system, handling a wide range of cases from traffic violations to minor criminal offenses.