Judgment Reviews Law at Angola
In Angola, the legal framework for challenging judgments is primarily governed by the Code of Civil Procedure, which outlines the processes for appeals and reviews. These processes are designed to ensure fairness and the correct application of the law.
⚖️ Ordinary Appeals
Ordinary appeals allow parties to challenge judgments rendered by lower courts. Key aspects include:
Appeal Period: An appeal must be lodged within eight days from the notification of the judgment.
Submission of Arguments: Arguments for the appeal should be submitted within 20 calendar days after the higher court notifies the appellant.
Scope of Appeal: Appeals can address both factual and legal aspects of the case. However, at the Supreme Court level, appeals are limited to matters of law.
Decision by Appellate Court: The appellate court may uphold, annul, or replace the judgment under appeal.
🧾 Review of Foreign Judgments
When a foreign judgment is to be recognized and enforced in Angola, a formal process is required
Recognition Process:This involves a 'foreign judgment review and confirmation' under Articles 1094 to 1102 of the Code of Civil Procedure
Enforcement Process:Following recognition, the judgment can be enforced through an 'enforcement action' as per Article 49 of the Code of Civil Procedure
Required Documents:For court rulings, the original decision must be presented. For arbitral awards, authenticated copies and the original convention are required
Fees:Recognition of a decision incurs a fee of AOA 7,920 (approximately $22.51). Enforcement fees vary based on the value of the action
🏛️ Constitutional Review
The Constitutional Court of Angola serves as the highest authority on constitutional matter. It reviews issues related to the constitutionality of laws and judgment. Its decisions are binding and cannot be appeale. The court operates independently and is composed of judges appointed for a non-renewable seven-year ter.
🏛️ Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Angola is the highest body in the common jurisdiction of the judiciay It has appellate jurisdiction over decisions from lower courts and handles matters such as the dismissal of the President of the Republc The court is composed of judges appointed by the President of the Republic, following recommendations from the High Council of the Judicial Benh.
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