Judicial Branch

Overview

This part of the government interprets and enforces the law. It comprises the courts, where judges make decisions based upon the laws created by the legislative assembly or by the federal parliament. These decisions help resolve disputes and maintain justice within the province. 

See also

Information and resources

  • Chief Justice of New Brunswick

    The Chief Justice of New Brunswick determines the general policy of the Court of Appeal and the Court of King’s Bench in judicial matters.

  • Court system

    Information on the Provincial Court, Court of Appeal, Court of King’s Bench, and Probate Court.

  • Jury information

    About how juries work and how they are chosen.

  • Legal aid

    The New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission is a publicly funded and accountable institution. It operates at arm’s length from the government to ensure a balanced and impartial system of justice for the people of New Brunswick.

  • Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick (PLEIS-NB)

    Increasing access to justice for New Brunswickers by creating accurate, accessible, high-quality information and educational programs about the law.

  • Victim services

    If you are a victim of crime and have reported it to the police, Victim Services staff may be able to assist.

Land acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that New Brunswick is situated on the unceded and unsurrendered territories of the Wolastoqey, Mi'gmaw, and Peskotomuhkati peoples. We seek to repair and rebuild meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples and honour these lands which hold the hopes of future generations.