Agency Histories
Provo (Utah). Justice of the Peace
Entity: 1537
Entity Type: Municipality
Abstract
Justice Courts are established by counties and municipalities and have authority to deal with class B and C misdemeanors, violations of ordinances, small claims, and infractions committed within their territorial jurisdiction.
Biography/History Notes
"Justice Courts are established by counties and municipalities and have authority to deal with class B and C misdemeanors, violations of ordinances, small claims, and infractions committed within their territorial jurisdiction." (From "Capitol Connections" newsletter, volume 1, issue 8, December 1993, page 4.)