The judiciary of Malta (Maltese: Il-Ġudikatura ta’ Malta) is the branch of the Republic of Malta responsible for the administration of justice. It is established by the Constitution of Malta and operates independently of the executive (the Cabinet) and legislative (the Parliament) branches of government.

The judiciary of Malta is composed of the Chief Justice, judges and magistrates.

The judiciary interprets and applies impartially the laws of Malta in civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative matters, and ensures the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms.

The judiciary is established under Chapter VIII of the Constitution of Malta, which regulates the appointment, tenure, and removal of judges and magistrates, as well as the organisation of courts. Judicial independence is expressly guaranteed by the Constitution, and members of the judiciary are subject only to the Constitution and the law in the exercise of their functions.

95. (1) There shall be in and for Malta such Superior Courts having such powers and jurisdiction as may be provided by any law for the time being in force in Malta. (Constitution of Malta)

The Constitution provides for a system of Courts, including both superior and inferior ones.

Superior courts are presided over by judges and include:

The Court of Appeal and the Court of Criminal Appeal hear appeals from decisions of the civil and criminal cases delivered by the superior and inferior courts respectively. Inferior courts are presided over by magistrates with original jurisdiction in criminal and civil actions.