What does “Single Justice Procedure” mean?

A quick way for a magistrate to decide minor offences on paper, without a hearing.

What to do

Answer within 21 days. Tell the court about your income — the fine depends on it.

You may see it in letters from

• County Court / Magistrates’ Court / Tribunal (HMCTS) — Court or tribunal

“Single Justice Procedure” is a English word used in official letters in the United Kingdom. Briefly explains words like this automatically when you check a letter.

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