The Welsh court system are an integral part of the UK’s justice system, yet they also reflect Wales’s growing legal identity within the devolved framework of the UK.

At the lowest level of the court system is the District Court. It deals with less serious crimes, as well as small civil claims, family law matters, and licensing issues. The District Court operates in various local venues throughout the country and is usually presided over by a single judge. Its decisions can be appealed …

The Welsh court system are an integral part of the UK’s justice system, yet they also reflect Wales’s growing legal identity within the devolved framework of the UK. Read More »