| Supreme Court of Belize | |
|---|---|
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| 17°29′38″N 88°11′11″W / 17.49389°N 88.18639°W | |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 17°29′38″N 88°11′11″W / 17.49389°N 88.18639°W |
| Composition method | Executive selection |
| Authorized by | Constitution of Belize |
| Judge term length | Until age 65, but may be reappointed |
| Chief Justice of Belize | |
| Currently | Louise Blenman |
| Since | 2 September 2022 |
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The Supreme Court of Judicature of Belize is one of three types of courts in Belize, the lower ones being the Magistrate's Courts and the Court of Appeal.[1] It is a court of original jurisdiction in both civil and criminal cases as well as an appellate court.[2] It is governed by the Supreme Court of Judicature Act (SCJA).[3]
- ^ "Introduction to the Supreme Court of Belize". Attorney General of Belize. Archived from the original on 10 May 2012. Retrieved 18 April 2012.
- ^ "The Supreme Court". Government of Belize. Archived from the original on 2 December 2012. Retrieved 19 April 2012.
- ^ "Cap. 91: Supreme Court of Judicature Act" (PDF). Attorney General of Belize. 31 December 2000. Archived from the original (PDF) on 11 October 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2012.