What is the responsibility of the court system?

• A. To interpret laws
• B. To enforce laws
• C. To create laws
• D. To conduct investigations

Answer: (A)

Courts are responsible for interpreting laws. They examine statutes and constitutional provisions, determine how they apply to the facts of a case, and decide whether actions or conduct violate the law. In doing so, they resolve disputes, assess whether elements of a crime are proven, and apply legal principles and precedents to ensure decisions are fair and consistent with rights and due process.

Enforcement of laws is handled by the police and other executive agencies, which investigate and implement laws on the ground. Creating laws is the role of the legislative branch, which drafts and passes statutes. Conducting investigations is primarily the work of investigators and law enforcement personnel.