magistrates
[/ˈmædʒɪstreɪts/]
nounpl: magistrates
magistrados
1. Civil officers or judges with limited jurisdiction, typically handling minor criminal cases and civil disputes
The magistrates heard the case in the lower court.
Os magistrados ouviram o caso no tribunal inferior.
2. Officials with executive or administrative powers in some jurisdictions
The city magistrates approved the new ordinance.
Os magistrados da cidade aprovaram a nova ordenança.
3. Judicial officers responsible for administering justice at a local or municipal level
Magistrates play a crucial role in the judicial system.
Os magistrados desempenham um papel crucial no sistema judiciário.
In both Brazil and the USA, magistrates represent an important tier of the judicial system, handling minor criminal offenses and civil disputes. In Brazil, magistrates (magistrados) are formally educated judges who work within a hierarchical judicial structure. In the USA, the term is often used more loosely to refer to judges in lower courts or justices of the peace. The role emphasizes accessibility to justice for everyday legal matters.
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