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Popular businessman and Team Manager of Bo Rangers Football Kamara, Babadi Kamara has reportedly been appointed by the President Julius Maada Bio to become Justice of the Peace in Sierra Leone, as informed by the office of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice.
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 16th of November 2022 at State House in Freetown.
For many people, Babadi Kamra is justice himself. He has lived his entire life on the principles of justice and just causes. Therefore, this appointment means a lot, not only for him but for the common citizens who are most in dire need of justice.
Who is a Justice of the Peace?
“Ordinary people who hear cases in court in their community. They sit in benches of three, including two ‘wingers’ and one who sits in the centre who has received special training to act as chair, known as the Presiding Justice.”
Is a JP the same as a lawyer?
“As officers of the court, both solicitors and Justices of the Peace (JP’s) are authorised to witness and certify documents, such as mortgage documents or land title transfers. However, a JP is not qualified or authorised to offer legal advice.”
What kind of cases go to the Justice of the Peace court?
“Cases which typically come up before the Justice of the Peace courts include motoring offences, breach of the peace, assault, theft and shoplifting. These offences often cause distress or aggravation to local communities.”
Source: Katanga News
