Supreme Court of Heavenfall

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Supreme Court of Heavenfall
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Established1 October 2070
JurisdictionHeavenfall
LocationAngel's Dome, Sunken City, Heavenfall
Composition methodAppointments by the president, Congres, and the Department of Justice
Authorized byConstitution of Heavenfall
Judge term lengthMandatory retirement at age 78
Number of positions21 (by statute)
Chief Justice of Fravina
CurrentlyTanjin Nusaibah
Since22 May 2175

The Supreme Court of the Free City of Heavenfall is the highest ordinary court in the judicial system of Heavenfall. Comprising of 21 justices, the Court offers the final appelate review of decisions made by lower courts. By convention, the Court is divided into two 11‑justice bodies, one to hear civil appeals and another to hear criminal appeals, with the chief justice being a member of both.