Retirement Eligibility

Age and Service Requirements

To qualify for retirement benefits from the Magistrates Retirement Fund, a member must:

• Be at least 60 years of age;
• Have at least 8 years of credited service in the Fund; and
• Cease serving as a Chief Magistrate or as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Council of Magistrate Court Judges.

Eligible members must submit a retirement application to the Fund before benefits can begin.

Leaving Office Before Retirement Eligibility?

Members who leave office before meeting the age and service requirements for retirement may be eligible to request a refund of their contributions to the Fund.

For details on eligibility and the refund process, please see Refund of Dues→