ELaw Ghana
ELaw Ghana
February 14, 2025 at 09:37 AM
*SOME FEW THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT GHANA'S LEGAL SYSTEM* Ghana's legal system is a combination of *customary law* , *common law* , and *statutory law.* The system is based on the English common law tradition, but has been adapted to reflect Ghanaian values and culture. *SOURCES OF GHANAIAN LAW* *_The Constitution_* This is the supreme law of Ghana, which outlines the fundamental principles of governance . *_Statutory law_* Laws passed by Parliament that address a wide range of legal issues. *_The Common law_* This are legal decisions made based on judicial precedents. These are previous court decisions which serve as guides to deciding future cases. *_Customary law_* Unwritten law that governs personal, domestic, and contractual relationships. *THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM* *_Supreme Court_* : The final court of appeal and has jurisdiction over constitutional issues *_Court of Appeal_* : Deals with appeals from the High Court. *_Circuit courts_* : Hear civil and criminal cases, as well as family law cases. *_District courts_* : The lowest courts in the country, which handle the most cases. *LEGAL PROCESS* 1. Parliament passes bills, which becomes law if the President approves. 2. The law is published in the Gazette. 3. Legal practitioners undergo rigorous training and accreditation. _Keep following ELaw Gh_ *ELaw Ghana*
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