MAGISTRATES ACT 1991 - SECT 14 Functions of Deputy Chief Magistrate

MAGISTRATES ACT 1991 - SECT 14

14 Functions of Deputy Chief Magistrate

A Deputy Chief Magistrate—

(a) in addition to exercising functions as a magistrate, must exercise such other functions as the Chief Magistrate directs; and

(b) if the magistrate is nominated under section 12 (2) (g) , may act as the Chief Magistrate during—

(i) a vacancy in the office; or

(ii) any period when the Chief Magistrate is absent from duty or from the State or is, for any other reason, unable to perform the duties of the office.