Simple English definitions for legal terms
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The judicial branch is a part of the government that includes the courts. Their job is to explain what the laws mean, make sure they are followed, and decide what happens when people break them. This is different from the legislative branch, which makes the laws, and the executive branch, which carries them out.
JUDICIAL BRANCH
The judicial branch is a part of the government that includes courts. Its main function is to interpret and enforce laws. It is also known as the judiciary. It is different from the legislative branch, which makes laws, and the executive branch, which enforces laws.
These examples show that the judicial branch includes all courts, from the highest court in the country to the smallest local court. The judges in these courts are responsible for interpreting and enforcing laws.