Multiple Choice
Which statement is not true regarding justice of the peace courts?
A) There are no constitutional or statutory qualifications for justice court judges, so only 6 percent of these judges are lawyers.
B) Except for the largest counties, justices of the peace function as coroners despite having no medical training.
C) They handle both civil and criminal matters.
D) They have both original and appellate jurisdiction.
E) All of these statementsare true.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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