Justice of the Peace (JP)

A Justice of the Peace (JP) in South Australia is typically someone of good stature in the community who, providing they are satisfied with the capability of the signatory, is authorised to witness and sign:

• Statutory declarations
• Affidavits
• Waiver rights
• Search warrants
• Divorce documents

A JP can also certify copies of original documents as well as witness the signing of advanced care directive documents.

Please note: We are currently experiencing limited availability of JP services at the City of Marion Administration Centre. We encourage you to please call 8375 6600 to confirm JP availability for the day if you wish to attend. For other availabilities, please view the other local locations below.

For the Administration Centre - 245 Sturt Road, Sturt SA 5047, please see the below timetable. No bookings required.

Please organise your photocopying requirements prior to attending the Administration Centre.
Photocopying is available (fees apply) at either Officeworks or any Australia Post outlet.
Photocopying facilities are available at our library branches.

No more than 20 certified copies can be signed per person.
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