The courts typically hear cases regarding minor infractions, typically involving sums of less than approximately $7,300 (100 thousand nakfa).
Defense counsels are permitted to present cases but are typically appointed by the court because defendants are rarely able to meet the cost of private representation.
These courts are supervised by the Ministry of Justice.
[2] The community courts tend to promote out-of-court settlements and have a small (2.9%) appeal rate.
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