Supreme Court of Jamaica

Highest Trial Court · Kingston

Rating: 4.4 / 5

The Supreme Court of Jamaica is the superior court of record and has unlimited original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters. It sits primarily at the Public Buildings on King Street, Kingston, and hears the most serious criminal cases (before judge and jury), high-value civil claims, divorce petitions, probate applications, and judicial review. Appeals from the Supreme Court go to the Court of Appeal and ultimately the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in London. Website: supremecourt.gov.jm.

Contact Information

Address: Public Buildings, King Street, Kingston

Website: https://supremecourt.gov.jm

About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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