What are the responsibilities and job description for the 0000000023.PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT.CRIMINAL DISTRICT COURT MAGISTRATE position at Dallas County?
Job Description
Conducts hearings and makes findings of facts and conclusions of law in matters alleging violations of criminal law etc.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education, Experience and Training:
Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and 5 years experience practicing law.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be able to act independently on own authority.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
Standard office environment.
Conducts hearings and makes findings of facts and conclusions of law in matters alleging violations of criminal law etc.
Responsibilities
- Presides over various matters requiring judicial action prior to disposition.
- Presides over hearing and trials including jury trials.
- Hears evidence
- Compels production of relevant evidence, including books, papers, vouchers, documents, and other writings.
- Rules on admissibility of evidence.
- Issues summons and attachments for the appearance of witnesses.
- Examines witnesses
- Swears witnesses for hearings and trials.
- Performs acts and takes the necessary and proper measures for the efficient performance of duties as assigned by the Chief Magistrate.
Qualifications
Education, Experience and Training:
Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and 5 years experience practicing law.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be able to act independently on own authority.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
Standard office environment.