Do you need a JP?

Justice of the Peace Services operate out of the Charlestown Electorate Office located at 1/192 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown. You can access them Monday-Friday, 9.30am-10.30am and 3.30pm-4.30pm.

As your local State Member of Parliament I can assist you to become a Justice of the Peace (JP).

A JP facilitates the swearing of Affidavits and Statutory Declarations. JPs play an essential part in the legal system and in the community in NSW.  By volunteering to become a JP you will be providing a valuable and important service to your community or place of employment

To become a JP you must be nominated by a Member of Parliament.

You must also:

• be at least 18 years of age
• be an Australian Citizen or a person who is entitled to vote in this State (unless exempted by the Minister)
• be of good character
• not be an undischarged bankrupt
• consent to confidential personal inquiries to determine your suitability for appointment, including a criminal records check
• establish an employment and/or a community based need for appointment
• consent to having your full name published on the Justice of the Peace register.
• complete a JP Knowledge Test

To commence your JP application process, please click here to register your details on the NSW Department of Justice website.