Chief Justice of Belize
The chief justice of Belize is the head of the Supreme Court of Belize. Under Chapter 7 of the Constitution of Belize, the chief justice is appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the prime minister.
| Chief Justice of Belize | |
|---|---|
| Supreme Court of Belize Office of the Chief Justice | |
| Style | The Honourable Madam Chief Justice |
| Status | Chief Justice, head of the Supreme Court of Belize |
| Member of | Supreme Court of Belize |
| Seat | Supreme Court Building, Belize City, Belize, Central America |
| Nominator | Prime Minister |
| Appointer | Governor General |
| Term length | No set term, though retirement is mandatory at age 65. |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Belize |
| Inaugural holder | Robert Temble |
| Formation | 1843 |
| Website | www |
Since the retirement of Kenneth Benjamin in March 2020, Michelle Arana was the acting chief justice of Belize. Louise Blenman was appointed to fill the vacancy in September 2022.
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