Safeguarding Justice & Upholding the Rule of Law

Delivering fair, timely, and impartial justice to every citizen across Sri Lanka.

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Case Status

Check the current status of ongoing cases in the High Court provinces.

Court Calendar

View the daily trial rolls and scheduled hearings for all divisions.

Bail Applications

Procedures and forms required for submitting bail applications.

Judgments

Access the archive of recent judgments and legal precedents.

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The High Court of Sri Lanka

The High Court is the only court in Sri Lanka that exercises original criminal jurisdiction over serious offenses. It also functions as an appellate court for appeals from the Magistrates' Courts and Primary Courts.

Established under the Constitution, we are committed to delivering justice with integrity, impartiality, and efficiency.


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Latest Updates

News & Judicial Announcements

Ceremonial Sitting
NEWS

Ceremonial Sitting for New High Court Judges

The ceremonial welcome for the newly appointed High Court Judges was held at the Superior Courts Complex.

Digital System
TECHNOLOGY

Expansion of E-Filing to Provincial High Courts

The Ministry of Justice announces the rollout of the digital case management system to Gampaha and Kandy High Courts.

Commercial Court
COMMERCIAL

New Guidelines for Commercial High Court Cases

Updated practice directions aimed at expediting intellectual property and financial disputes.

Judgment
JUDGMENTS

Key Landmark Ruling on Civil Jurisdiction

A recent judgment clarifying the scope of High Court jurisdiction in land matters involving state grants.

Citizen's Charter

Department — High Courts of Sri Lanka
Basis of Charter — Implemented per Public Administration Circulars.

Key Commitments:

  • Fair Trial: Ensuring every accused person is afforded a fair and public hearing.
  • Expediency: Minimizing delays in the judicial process for commercial and criminal matters.
  • Accessibility: Providing clear guidance on bail applications and case tracking.
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