What is the Belize Legal system like?

Belize uses a legal system based on the British legal system. The country adopted the British legal system when it was a British colony and continued this system after gaining independence. The Constitution of Belize is the primary legal document of the country and contains provisions regarding the creation, execution and adjudication of laws. The country's legislative body consists of a Parliament and is tasked with passing laws. The executive branch is represented by the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers. In Belize, the judicial system is administered through the courts. The country has six district courts, one Supreme Court and the Unified Court. District courts deal with minor civil and criminal cases, while the Supreme Court deals with more serious crimes and complex civil cases. The Unified Court is responsible for resolving disputes between Belize and other Central American countries. The justice system in Belize operates in accordance with the British legal tradition and laws. Courts hear testimony from witnesses, evaluate evidence, and make decisions to ensure justice is served. The rule of law applies in Belize and everyone is considered equal before the law. However, there are also traditional legal systems specific to some indigenous people groups in Belize. These groups have courts and judicial systems based on their own customs and traditions. These systems help indigenous people groups maintain their cultural and historical ties.