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Chapter 10, Part 2 · Art. 167

Tenure of office of the Chief Justice and other judges

  • A judge retires at 70, but may retire any time after 65.
    Art. 167(1)

    (1) A judge shall retire from office on attaining the age of seventy years, but may elect to retire at any time after attaining the age of sixty-five years.

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  • The Chief Justice holds office for a maximum of ten years.
    Art. 167(2)

    (2) The Chief Justice shall hold office for a maximum of ten years or until retiring under clause (1), whichever is the earlier.

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  • A judge may resign by giving notice in writing to the President.
    Art. 167(5)

    (5) The Chief Justice and any other judge may resign from office by giving notice, in writing, to the President.

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