Chief Justice of the Court of New York

Chief Justice of the Court of New York
Buck W. Graves
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Rank / Office:	Chief Justice
Appointment Date:	10.10.1962
Nicknames:	N/A
Notable Awards:	N/A
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Office of the Chief Justice

The Chief Justice (German: Oberrichter) of the Court of New York is the highest-ranking judicial authority within the Capitol of the Protectorate. Appointed by the Governor of New York, the Chief Justice is responsible for the upkeep of the judiciary, the publication of the Criminal Code, and the appointment of judges.

History

With a slew of other bills and the formation of a new American-occupied government, the Congress of the Imperial American Protectorate passed the New York Home Rule Act. This act established the New York City Council and, with it, the position of Chief Justice of the Court of New York.

Responsibilities of the Chief Justice

- A member of the New York City Council

- Oversees all courts and judicial conduct within the region of New York

- Appoints the Chief Administrative Judge (responsible for the daily administration of the judiciary) and all judges within the Capitol of the Protectorate. May delegate this power.

- Directs and controls the Supreme Court of New York, the highest appellate and criminal body of the judiciary.

- Must sign off on all lawbooks, criminal codes, and other applicable legal materials before their ratification.

- In conjunction with the Public Advocate of New York, they shall establish the qualifications required to become an attorney or judge.

Conclusion

The Chief Justice of the Court of New York is the highest-ranking judicial authority within the Capital of the Protectorate. Appointed by the Governor, the Chief Justice oversees New York’s judiciary, appoints its judges, and supervises judicial conduct within the region. This office is distinct from the Supreme Court of the Protectorate. Its authority remains subject to the Constitution, which prohibits judicial bodies from questioning or constraining decrees of the Lord Protector or the Imperial Crown.