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Justice in Sierra Leone is administered through a hierarchy of courts, from the Magistrates' Courts that serve local communities to the Supreme Court as the final court of appeal.

The courts below make up the structure of the Judiciary. Select a court to learn about its composition and jurisdiction.

The Supreme Court

The final court of appeal and guardian of the Constitution.

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The High Court

Original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters.

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