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In South Africa, presiding officers in higher courts are referred to as judges. The Chief Justice is the head of the judiciary and oversees the Constitutional Court, while judges in the Supreme Court of Appeal and High Courts handle various legal matters. They are responsible for interpreting and applying the law, ensuring justice is served in accordance with the Constitution.

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Name three superior courts in South Africa?

The provisions in the Constitution clearly spell out the composition of the judiciary. The judiciary authority is vested in the courts. There are five types of courts: 1. The Constitutional Court (the highest court) 2. The Supreme Court of Appeal 3. The Supreme Courts 4. The Magistrate's Courts 5. Any other court of comparable status to the Supreme Courts or Magistrate's Courts which has been instituted or is recognised by an Act of Parliament


How many high court in south Africa?

South Africa has a total of 13 high courts, which are divided into various jurisdictions across the country. The main high court is the Gauteng Division of the High Court, located in Pretoria and Johannesburg. Each province has its own high court, with some provinces having more than one division. These courts handle serious civil and criminal cases, as well as appeals from lower courts.


Is there a jury in South African courts?

No. There has been no Jury system in South Africa for about 70 years. Because South Africa used to have a severe divide between black and white people, it was deemed that a Jury system would be unfair and so it was scrapped.


Juvenile courts are courts of which type of jurisdiction?

Juvenile courts are courts of original and special (or limited) jurisdiction.


How many consumer courts are there in India?

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