National justice systems

Kypr

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Kypr

Justice Organisation – Courts

Court administration

Until 1960, Cyprus was a colony of Great Britain. The legal system established was almost entirely based on the English legal system and the law adopted the principles of common law and equity.

The legal system in force since the establishment of the Republic of Cyprus retains the influence of the English legal system. The laws applied by the Courts of the Republic of Cyprus are:

  • The Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus
  • Laws maintained on the basis of Article 188 of the Constitution
  • The principles of common law and the principles of equity
  • Laws adopted by the House of Representatives.
  • Secondary Legislation

Following the accession of the Republic of Cyprus to the European Union in 2004, the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus was amended to give precedence to European law.

Types of courts – short description

There are three levels of courts in Cyprus. The Supreme Court and the Supreme Constitutional Court (as otherwise provided for by the Constitution and the relevant legislation), the Court of Appeal (Appellate Court) and the Courts of First Instance as shown below:

  • Supreme Court and Supreme Constitutional Court
  • APPEAL COURT
  • DISTRICT COURTS
  • KURGEIAKI
  • ADMINISTRATIVE COURT
  • ADMINISTRATIVE COURT OF INTERNATIONAL PROTECTION
  • FAMILY COURTS
  • COURTS FOR THE AUDIT OF PROPERTY
  • LABOUR COURTS
  • MILITARY COURT
  • TRADE COURT
  • SHIPPING COURT

Legal databases

There is still no official legal database. There are a number of private legal databases, some of which offer subscriber services while others provide free access.

The information contained is court decisions, primary and secondary legislation.

Relevant links

Supreme Court of Cyprus

Last update: 10/07/2023

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