How do they match: Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

  • Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

  • District Court Judge
  • District Judge
  • Magisterial District Judge

  • Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May perform wedding ceremonies.

  • Advise attorneys, juries, litigants, and court personnel regarding conduct, issues, and proceedings.
  • Provide information regarding the judicial system or other legal issues through the media and public speeches.