Magistrates Manual

Magistrates Manual by B. D. Chipeta is a dedicated legal textbook and desk guide published by LawAfrica. Prepared with the day-to-day requirements of lower courts in mind, it addresses the core responsibilities, court processes, and legal principles essential for judicial officers.

Covering fundamental aspects of courtroom practice and procedure, this volume serves as a clear, handy guide for presiding magistrates, justices, and court staff. It is also an invaluable handbook for advocates appearing in subordinate courts, as well as law students seeking to understand trial practice and judicial administration across the region.