.
(6)
Justices and Judges shall be independent in their judicial work, and shall perform
their functions without interference. Their independence shall be guaranteed by
this Constitution and the law.
(7)
Justices and Judges shall uphold this Constitution and the rule of law and shall
administer justice without fear or favour; they shall enjoy such immunities as
shall be determined by law.
(8)
Justices and Judges shall not be affected by their judicial decisions.
(9)
The salaries, allowances, privileges, post-service benefits, tenure and other
conditions and terms of service of judicial officers or other persons exercising
judicial powers shall be regulated by law.
Composition of the Supreme Court
126.
The Supreme Court shall be the highest court and shall consist of the Chief Justice, a
Deputy Chief Justice and not less than nine other Justices.
Administrative Functions of the Chief Justice
127.
(1)
The Chief Justice:
(a)
(b)
(2)
shall be the head of the Judiciary and the President of the Supreme Court,
and shall be responsible for the administration and supervision of all
Courts; and
may issue judicial circulars, warrants of establishment and directives to
the Courts necessary for the proper and efficient administration of justice.
When the office of Chief Justice falls vacant, the Deputy Chief Justice shall
perform the functions of the Chief Justice pending the appointment of a new
Chief Justice.
Competences of the Supreme Court
128.
(1)
The Supreme Court shall be the custodian of this Constitution and the
constitutions of the states.
(2)
The Supreme Court shall exercise competences as follows:
(a)
(b)
(c)
interpret constitutional provisions at the instance of the President,
Government of South Sudan, any state government, or any of the two
Houses of the National Legislature;
be the court of final judicial instance in respect of any litigation or
prosecution under National or state law, including statutory and customary
law;
have original jurisdiction to decide on disputes that arise under this
Constitution and the constitutions of states at the instance of individuals,
juridical entities or governments;
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