Editing Politics of Chad (section)

==Judicial branch==
Despite the constitution's guarantee of judicial independence from the executive branch, the president names most key judicial officials. The [[Supreme Court of Chad|Supreme Court]] is made up of a chief justice, named by the president, and 15 councilors chosen by the president and National Assembly; appointments are for life. The [[Constitutional Council (Chad)|Constitutional Council]], with nine judges elected to 9-year terms, has the power to review all legislation, treaties and international agreements prior to their adoption. The constitution recognizes customary and traditional law in locales where it is recognized and to the extent it does not interfere with public order or constitutional guarantees of equality for all citizens.