GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs highly responsible, quasi-judicial duties in Court, including the taking of testimony of witnesses and making timely recommendations to the Family Division Judges related to juvenile and domestic dockets, as may be permitted by law. The position is appointed by the Chief Judge and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Judge.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:
Conducts preliminary hearings which may include swearing in witnesses, taking testimony, advising parties of their constitutional rights, making recommendations regarding appointment of attorneys, making recommendations on the acceptance or rejection of petitions for formal hearings and detention or release pending formal hearings and setting bond;
Conducts formal hearings which may include swearing in witnesses, advising parties of their constitutional rights, taking testimony, making recommendations including guilt, innocence or dismissal;
Answers questions during and after court hours concerning court matters and preliminary hearings;
Provides after-hours intake coverage on a rotating basis;
Conducts hearings related to the domestic docket, primarily those in which parties are not represented by counsel
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