9A Appointment of reserve magistrates (1) The Governor in Council may appoint as many reserve magistrates as are necessary for transacting the business of the Court. (2) A person is not eligible for appointment as a reserve magistrate unless he or she— S. 9A(2)(a) amended by No. 63/2013 s. 41. (a) has not attained the age of 78 years; and (b) is, or has been— (i) a magistrate appointed under section 7 or any previous corresponding provision; or (ii) a magistrate of a Magistrates' Court or Local Court (however designated) of another State or the Northern Territory or the Australian Capital Territory. (3) The instrument of appointment of a person as a reserve magistrate must specify the terms and conditions of appointment. (4) A reserve magistrate is eligible for re‑appointment as a reserve magistrate. S. 9B inserted by No. 5/2013 s. 35.

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