Landsrétt

Landsrétt is the Icelandic Court of Appeal. It is the only appellate court in Iceland, handling appeals from the district courts. The court was established on January 1, 2018, replacing the former Supreme Court's appellate function and the previously existing court of appeal, Landsréttur. Its primary role is to review decisions made by the lower district courts, examining both factual and legal aspects of cases.

The court is composed of fifteen judges, appointed by the Minister of Justice. These judges are selected from a pool of candidates with extensive legal experience. Landsrétt presides over a wide range of cases, including civil, criminal, and administrative matters. Its decisions can, in certain circumstances, be further appealed to the Supreme Court of Iceland, though this is less common and subject to specific conditions. The establishment of Landsrétt aimed to improve the efficiency and accessibility of the Icelandic justice system by providing a dedicated appellate body. The court operates with a focus on delivering timely and thorough judgments, contributing to the rule of law in Iceland.