How justice works in Links Land
The Ministry of Justice explains how the courts and the law work in the Constitutional Monarchy of Links Land. Find out how a case moves through the courts, where the law comes from and who makes judicial decisions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the courts?
Links Land has four tiers of court. District Courts hear most cases first, including civil and criminal trials. Appellate Courts review District Court decisions on appeal. The Supreme Court is the final court of appeal for cases that do not involve the Constitution. The Constitutional Court deals only with constitutional matters. Read more on How the Courts Work.
What is common law?
Common law is unwritten law made up of common sense principles that the courts recognise and apply. It works in the same way as common law in the United Kingdom. A judge can rule that something is illegal under common law even when no Act says so. Read more on How the Law Works.
Who are the judges?
At the moment, rulings in the courts of Links Land are generated by artificial intelligence. Once Links Land has enough citizens, the judiciary will become human-led, in the same way as the Chamber of Commons. Read more on The Judiciary.
How do I contact the judiciary?
Email [email protected]. There is no contact form on this website. See the Contact page for what to include.
How do appeals work?
A case starts in a District Court. If someone appeals, the case goes to an Appellate Court, and a further appeal goes to the Supreme Court, which is the final court of appeal for cases that do not involve the Constitution. Questions about the Constitution are for the Constitutional Court. The courts ladder shows each step.