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In reply to the discussion: Zimmerman's grandfather connected to the CIA - this explains why the murderer is not in jail [View all]Kaleva
(36,256 posts)would be able to build a network of connections and have considerable influence in other states.
Robert J. Zimmerman served as a full-time magistrate from 2000-2006. Please be advised that in Virginia magistrates are judicial officers, but they are not considered "judges" and do not possess trial jurisdiction. More detailed information on the role of the magistrate in Virginia is available on Virginia's Judicial System Website .
http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/news/crime/zimmerman-dad-worked-as-magistrate
Magistrates in Virginia have the power to:
"to issue arrest warrants
to issue search warrants
to admit to bail or commit to jail
to issue warrants or subpoenas
to issue civil warrants
to administer oaths and take acknowledgements
to act as conservator of the peace
to accept prepayment for traffic and certain minor misdemeanor offenses
to issue temporary detention orders"
http://www.bvso.net/Documents/The%20Office%20of%20The%20Virginia%20Magistrate.pdf