The new Magistrate System improves safety for the public and law enforcement officers. There is a risk assessment feature in the new system that notifies the magistrate, during data entry, of outstanding warrants, summons, and orders for arrest, not only for the defendant but also for all parties on the case. This feature also allows lookup of person history.
Warrant information is more accessible and the data is more accurate.
More complete and accurate data also enhances the process of setting bonds and making pre-trial release decisions. Data entry is faster and papers are generated quicker so officers can return to patrol sooner. Workload for magistrates and clerks is reduced. The magistrate no longer needs to fill out paper forms. The system has features that minimize data entry for the magistrate.