The Judicial System of Oman

Over the years the Sultanate has developed an integrated judicial system. All legal, organizational and administrative structures are in place. The Ministry of Justice supervises ongoing efforts to simplify procedures, improve staff performance levels, construct and maintain modern facilities and introduce better working practices and systems, including more user-friendly databases.

The Judicial Authority Law regulates Omani courts and defines their functions and jurisdiction. The jurisdiction of the military courts is limited to offences committed by members of the armed forces and security forces and – under the terms of the Law does not extend to other categories.

The Omani court system is as follows.