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 JP?
A Justice of the Peace can be located at designated signing clinics. Please refer to the following schedule for more information or click the button below to search for a JP in your area.
| Locality | Location | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenorchy | Council Offices | Monday | 10am - 2pm |
| Rosny | Service Tasmania, Bligh Street | Tuesday | 9:30am - 4pm |
| Kingston | Kingborough Council Offices | Wednesday | 10am - 2pm |
| Hobart | Service Tasmania, Macquarie Street | Thursday and Friday | 10am - 2pm |
| Launceston | CH Smith Building, 23 Charles Street | Monday - Friday | 10am - 3pm |
For further information contact JP@justice.tas.gov.au