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Where can I find a justice of the peace in Canberra?

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Where can I find a justice of the peace in Canberra?

To find a JP, please search the online register or ring Access Canberra on 13 22 81….Gungahlin and airport.

Location Opening hours
Gungahlin Police Station Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Gungahlin Village (Near Coles) Tuesday: 9:00am to 12:00pm (Noon)
Majura Park Shopping Centre Friday: 12:00pm (Noon) to 2:00pm

Does it cost money to see a JP?

A JP is trusted to be honest and impartial when performing their functions. They cannot: charge you a fee or accept a gift for providing JP services. assist or write in a statutory declaration or affidavit.

Who is a JP act?

Justices of the Peace are appointed under the Justices of the Peace Act 1989 to serve the ACT community by carrying out various functions set out in ACT legislation.

Who can be a justice of the peace?

Criteria for appointment as a Justice of the Peace Be at least 23 years old. Be a person of unquestionable integrity and who commands the respect and confidence of the local community.

How do you become a JP act?

To become a Justice of the Peace you will need to complete ‘LEGL222 – Non-Accredited Training – Justice of the Peace’. This provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to perform the role and functions of a Justice of the Peace in the ACT.

Who can certify documents access Canberra?

Who can certify a document?

  • a full-time teacher, Principal or Deputy Principal at a school or tertiary education institution.
  • a registered and practicing nurse, physiotherapist, dentist, medical practitioner, pharmacist, veterinary surgeon.
  • a legal practitioner.
  • a bank officer with five or more continuous years of service.

Does a JP need to include their address?

If you do not have a business or postal address and you do not wish to disclose your home address, you can provide the address of a JP association (if you are a member) or the address of the Appointments Services unit of the Department of Justice.

How do I get a JP certificate?

​Becoming a JP

  1. Step 1: Confirm your eligibility and register for JP Online.
  2. Step 2: Complete the JP Knowledge Test on JP Online.
  3. Step 3: Complete the JP appointment application on JP Online this includes requesting a NSW Member of Parliament (MP) to consider nominating you.
  4. Step 4: Take the Oaths of Office.

Is JP registered?

JP services are not classed as essential services by the NSW Government. There have been recent cases where JPs and the staff on the JP Infoline have endured abuse from people seeking JP services.

What is an employment JP?

A JP who has been appointed primarily for purposes related to his or her employment (an ’employment-based JP’) may choose whether or not to include his or her location and telephone number on the JP register. Employment-based JPs may indicate their preference on the application form for appointment or reappointment.

How do I get a JP signature?

If neither the Public Register or the listing of scheduled JP services helps you, you may be able to find a JP at one of the following locations: a local Council or Shire. a police station or a court house. the office of your local Member of Parliament.

Where are Act Justices of peace at Gungahlin village?

ACT Justices of the Peace services are available at Gungahlin Village every week, details below: Location: In front of Coles and behind Michels Patisserie EVERY Tuesday, 9am until 12pm. No appointment required. For further information on this service please email [email protected]

Where are the Act Justices of the peace?

ACT Justices of the Peace services are available at Gungahlin Village every week, details below: When: Every Tuesday Time: 9am until 12pm Location: In front of Coles and behind Michels Patisserie EVERY Tuesday, 9am until 12pm. No appointment required. For further information on this service please email [email protected]

What are the trading hours at Gungahlin village?

Trading Hours Monday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM