Become a Justice of the Peace in NSW
Become a valuable volunteer in the local community by taking the oath to become a NSW Justice of the Peace
My Office Location
2 Fletcher St, Nulkaba, NSW 2325
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Contact Les
(Mobile 0466 717 221
Mon - Fri,
10:30-4:00pm
Les Dainter JP
Registration Number 140888
NSW Justices Association Member Number M20544
Justices of the Peace (JPs) are volunteers appointed by the Governor of New South Wales. The primary role of a JP is to witness a person making a statutory declaration or affidavit, and to certify copies of original documents. JPs come from all sections of the community and are available across NSW.
By volunteering to become a Justice of the Peace (JP) you will provide services to your community or place of employment
The Code of Conduct for JP's in NSW establishes the requirements and acceptable standards of behaviour for JPs in NSW. The code is also useful for members of the public who may be unsure of what is expected when seeking the services of a JP. To read the full Code of Conduct, please click this link
Read how to make an application with this .pdf here the whole process of making an application is explained in detail
Follow this link to become a NSW Justice of the Peace
Basic requirements to become a JP in NSW
- be at least 18 years old
- be nominated by a member of the Legislative Assembly or Legislative Council (MP or MLC)
- be an Australian Citizen or a person who is entitled to vote at a general election, unless the Attorney General exempts the person from having to satisfy this criterion
- be of good character
- consent in writing to confidential inquiries being made as to the person's suitability for appointment, including a criminal records check
- not be an undischarged bankrupt
- establish that your appointment as a Justice of the Peace is required for your employment or to fulfill a community-based need for the appointment