A judge is a public officer appointed to decide cases in a law court.
The Salary range for the majority of workers in Judges – from GH₵730.28 to GH₵6,775.70 per month.
Tasks and duties
Presiding over trials and hearings
Interpreting and enforcing rules of procedure and making rulings regarding the admissibility of evidence
Determining the rights and obligations of the parties involved, and in cases tried by a jury
Instructing the jury on points of law that are applicable to the case
Weighing and considering the evidence in non-jury trials and deciding legal guilt or innocence or degree of liability of the accused or defendant
Passing sentences on persons convicted in criminal cases, determining damages or another appropriate remedy in civil cases, and issuing court orders
Researching legal issues and writing opinions on the issues.
How do I become a High Court judge in Ghana?
Those seeking to become high court judges must have at least 10 years’ standing at the Ghana Bar and not less than five years for those applying to become circuit court judges.
Those with at least three years can only apply to be considered as magistrates.
What is the qualification of Judge?
In order to be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court, a person must be a citizen of Ghana and must have been, for at least five years, a Judge of a High Court or of two or more such Courts in succession, or an Advocate of a High Court or of two or more such Courts in succession for at least 10 years or he must be.
Which subject is best for judges?
You may appear for a judicial service exam to become a civil judge. Best of luck! The basic step is to get an undergraduate degree.
As for now, the best choice will be to opt for humanities, with economics or mathematics in class 11th.