Supranational Courts are a subset of international courts. They are autonomous, collective entities that protect individual rights at a level above the nation-state. Supranational courts…
There is great diversity in the history, architectural style, size, and interior of courthouses around the world. Many nation's apex courts are hundreds of years old and grand. Others are more…
Constitutional courts, also known as constitutional tribunals or constitutional councils, have exclusive jurisdiction over constitutional matters. This includes constitutional review of…
Court administration, also referred to as judicial administration, encompasses the range of policies, procedures, and tasks essential to court operations. Its goal is to ensure the fair and…
Many countries have specialized courts that operate alongside courts of general jurisdiction. These courts are created to meet the needs of specific constituencies (juvenile courts, tribal courts…
Proper funding is essential for enabling the timely disposition of cases, maintaining court services, and recruiting qualified judges and personnel. Countries have difference…
Courts employ many professionals to assist first-instance and appellate judges with the adjudication and administration of court proceedings. Unlike in the United States, court personnel may serve…