Justice of the Peace (JP)
What is the difference between a JP and a Commissioner for Declarations?
Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations can sign documents that need an authorised witness.
Generally, a Commissioner for Declarations can sign most documents.
A Commissioner for Declarations can
- witness signatures to documents
- certify a true copy of an original document
- take statutory declarations
A JP can witness
- affidavits
- warrants
- oaths
- summons, and
- where it has been explicitly requested, documents can be witnessed by a Justice of the Peace.
Where can I find a Commissioner for Declarations?
If you need to find a Commissioner for Declaration or would like further information, visit the Commissioner for Declarations page or contact JP@justice.tas.gov.au.
Where can I find a Justice of the Peace?
A JP can be located at the following designated signing clinics:
| Locality | Location | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Service Tasmania, Macquarie Street | Thursday and Friday | 10am - 2pm |
| Glenorchy | Council Offices, 374 Main Road | Monday (from 3 August 2020) | 10am - 2pm |
| Rosny | Service Tasmania, Bligh Street | Tuesday | 9.30am - 4pm |
| Kingston | Civic Centre, 15 Channel Highway | Wednesday | 10am - 2pm |
| Launceston | CH Smith Building, 23 Charles Street | Monday to Friday | 10am - 3pm |
Please ensure you take sufficient identification when attending a JP clinic, such as a driver's licence with your photograph and signature, together with one additional form of identification such as a bank card.
You can also search for a JP in your area by searching the JP database -
For further information contact JP@justice.tas.gov.au