The magistrate, who was not a lawyer, agreed and closed the case.
Both magistrates and their critics agree the law needs to be changed.
The magistrate agreed that the city had no evidence to prosecute Lyons and dismissed her case.
After two and a half hours consultation the magistrates agreed they had no jurisdiction.
There is no evidence that Brooks had been canvassed about this and the magistrates agreed.
The magistrates agreed, saying the business leaders had broken the law.
The magistrate eventually agreed to a $1 million bond.
It prevented rents from being increased unless a magistrate agreed.
The magistrate agreed to take action against those who were involved.
The magistrate agreed to his leaving prison for house arrest.