There is a Justice of the Peace (JP) in my electorate office who is available to witness signatures and documents five days a week between the hours of 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 and plays 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.