CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF MOZAMBIQUE
TITLE IX
COURTS
CHAPTER I
GENERAL PRINCIPLES
Article 212
Jurisdictional Function
1. It shall be the function of the courts to guarantee and strengthen the rule of law
as an instrument of legal stability, to guarantee respect for the laws, to safeguard
the rights and freedoms of citizens, as well as the vested interests of other
bodies and entities that have legal existence.
2. The courts shall punish violations of the legal order and shall adjudicate cases
in accordance with the law.
3. The law may establish institutional and procedural mechanisms for links
between courts and other forums whose purpose is the settlement of interests
and the resolution of disputes.
Article 213
Educational function
The courts shall educate citizens and the public administration in the voluntary
and conscientious observance of laws, thereby establishing a just and
harmonious social community.
Article 214
Unconstitutionality
In matters brought before them for decision, the courts shall not apply laws or
principles that are contrary to the Constitution.
Article 215
Court Decisions
Court decisions shall be binding on all citizens and other legal persons, and
these decisions shall take precedence over the decisions of other authorities.
Article 216
Participation of Elected Magistrates
1. Elected magistrates may take part in trials, in the terms of the law.
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