Chief Justice of Iran


The head of the Judicial System of the Islamic Republic of Iran, often called the chief justice of Iran, is the head of the judicial [system of the Islamic Republic of Iran] and is responsible for its administration and supervision.
The position is required to be an "honorable man" according to Article 157 of the Constitution of Iran.
The Supreme Leader appoints and can dismiss the chief justice.
The chief justice is also the highest judge of the Supreme Court of Iran.
The chief justice nominates some candidates for serving as Justice Minister and then the president selects one of them.
The chief justice can serve for two five-year terms.

List of chief justices of Iran