Administrative functions of a Justice of the Peace
Justices of the Peace may exercise those powers given to them by legislation.

The most common duties of a Justice of the Peace include the:

• witnessing of documents
  
• taking declarations
• swearing or affirming affidavits
  
• certifying copies of original documents

Role of a Justice of the Peace
A Justice of the Peace is not a volunteer. Justices of the Peace are appointed to a statutory office and as such there are certain obligations a Justice of the Peace must fulfil. These obligations are detailed in the JP Handbook and/or regulations for each jurisdiction.

This may include things such as:

• perform your duties honestly, truthfully and conscientiously
  
• must not exercise the powers of a justice for fee or reward
• comply with the JP Code of Conduct
  
• be contactable by persons seeking your services as a JP
  
• treat personal information you come accross confidential