Bahamas JP overhaul: all justices must reapply under age and vetting rules

The Bahamas House of Assembly passed a bill requiring all Justices of the Peace to reapply within three years, barring those over 70 or with criminal convictions. This marks a significant restructuring of the JP system, though implementation details and potential legal challenges remain unclear. The move signals a tightening of judicial appointment standards in the country.

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