Judicial branch: Supreme Court or Corte Suprema (judges appointed for 10-year terms by National Congress); District Courts (one in each department); provincial and local courts (to try minor cases) Definition: This entry contains the name(s) of the highest court(s) and a brief description of the selection process for members. Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of April 17, 2007 |
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