Application to be, and appointment as, a Justice of the Peace in Tasmania
The process of application and appointment of successful applicants as a Justice of the Peace in Tasmania is managed by the Department of Justice.
Appointments will only be made where there is an identifiable need.
If you are interested in becoming a JP, eligibility requirements and information about the process can be obtained from the Department of Justice website
The Tasmanian Association of Justices of the Peace has no role in the application or appointment process. The associations do, however, have role to play in delivering the training to successful applicants which is a prerequisite to their being able to practice.
Members of the Tasmanian Association of Justices of the Peace Committee are very happy to talk to anyone interested in becoming a JP about the duties and responsibilities of the position but the Tasmanian Association of Justices of the Peace will not make recommendations or representations to the Department of Justice on behalf of any individual.