Chief Justice - Definition and Overview

In many countries such as Canada and the United States the Chief Justice is the name for the presiding officer on a senior court such as the United States Supreme Court, the Supreme Court of Canada or provincial or state supreme courts. In England and Wales and Northern Ireland, the equivalent position is the Lord Chief Justice.

See also:

• Chief Justice of Australia
• Chief Justice of Canada
• Chief Justice of India
• Chief Justice of South Africa
• Chief Justice of the United States

Example Usage of Justice