New Bill Proposes Overhaul of Justice of the Peace Appointments
The government is moving to overhaul how Justices of the Peace (JPs) are appointed and regulated, introducing tighter rules, mandatory training, and a three-year review that could remove unqualified or inactive officers, according to the Justices of the Peace Bill, 2025.
For decades, JPs have operated across The Bahamas as community officers with limited judicial powers, often certifying documents, witnessing statements, and issuing warrants. However, their role has long been criticised for lax oversight and inconsistent standards.
Under the new bill, the Attorney General will become the central authority over all JPs, responsible for handling affidavits, witness statements, and other legal documents, as well as overseeing disciplinary measures, complaints, and performance evaluations.
The Attorney General will also have the power to issue new regulations to modernise the system, including rules for electronic document verification and ethical conduct.
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Author's summary: New bill overhauls Justice of the Peace appointments.
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