The Ministry of Justice is responsible for the administration of Shari′ah Law and the provision of legal services for all Saudi citizens.
Constitutional Framework
The Minister of Justice, appointed by the King from among the country′s ulama, is the de facto chief justice. He′s assisted by the Supreme Judicial Council, a body of eleven members chosen from the leading ulama of the country. Since 1983, the minister of justice has also served as chief of the Supreme Judicial Council.
Power Limitation
The Minister of Justice is appointed and can be dismissed by the King who remains the final court of appeal and source of pardon.
(last updated: 13-August-2004)
The documentation was gathered with the best efforts of researchers and scholars, in neutral and scientific spirit. We welcome all clarifications, corrections and improvements for best services. A Concept Team makes every effort to ensure, but cannot guarantee, the accuracy at all times of this information. Hyperlinks to or from other websites imply neither responsibility for, nor approval of, the information contained in those websites by A Concept. Copyright A Concept mafhoum "the Arab Decision Makers Project"
Saudi Arabia \ Government \ Council of Ministers \ Ministry of Justice
