Answer to Question #189469 in Law for Lindelwa

Question

Which court official will maintain order, silence and democracy in the court when a suspect is tried for theft?

Answer 1

A magistrate

Magistrates are in charge of the courtroom and are expected to control proceedings so that they are just and fair. Magistrate must be decisive and act with dignity. The case can be carried on, but if the disturbance continues then the Magistrate should deal with it as a matter of contempt.