The main point of the Magistrates is, if I remember correctly, to provide more transparency into the decision making process then we had with the Titan system. To be honest the amount of time dedicated to discussions and "building" cases far exceeds what I recall being the intent. Most cases should be able to be summed up by 2-3 posts really. Part of the problem seems to be that to give the Magistrates enough time to make sure they have all had time to look at and consider the case (remember these are all volunteers) the verdict takes a while, and people post and argue over the facts until that verdict is posted.
That is one reason I suggested the Titans/Magistrate reform should just be the original report and the magistrate verdict. Have those listed publicly (preferably in a link from the report page or otherwise integrated into the game, though the wiki would also be a fine spot). There can be a forum, with tight moderation, discussing cases, much like the Q&A forum now.
