In force Last amended 1/5/1446 AH

Saudi Law of the Judiciary

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The Law of the Judiciary covers judicial independence and guarantees, the Supreme Judicial Council, the courts and their jurisdiction, judges (appointment, promotion, transfer, inspection, discipline and end of service), the Ministry of Justice, and notaries public.

Articles
85
In force
85
Amended
4
Issued
19/9/1428 AH

Issued by: مرسوم ملكي رقم م/78 بتاريخ 19 / 9 / 1428 · قرار مجلس الوزراء رقم 303 بتاريخ 19 / 9 / 1428

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