Virginia law grants magistrates the authority to perform acts specifically authorized by law, including a broad range of functions. The law also establishes that magistrates' salaries are fixed and paid as specified, replacing any fees they might earn from their duties. This ensures clear compensation guidelines and legal authority for magistrates' roles.
Magistrates in Virginia have the authority to perform acts and functions specifically authorized by law, including various judicial and administrative duties.
Magistrates' salaries are fixed and paid as specified by law, replacing any fees they might earn from their official duties.
No, their compensation is set as a fixed salary, which replaces any fees they could otherwise earn from their office.
Their powers are outlined in Virginia Title 19.2, specifically sections 19.2-45 and 19.2-46, which detail their authorized acts and compensation.