Article IV.
Judicial Department

Section 2. General Court of Justice

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19711962

General Court of Justice

The General Court of Justice shall constitute a unified judicial system for purposes of jurisdiction, operation, and administration, and shall consist of an Appellate Division, a Superior Court Division, and a District Court Division.

Summary:

Election Date: November 3, 1970

Votes For Ratification: 393759

Votes Against Ratification: 251132

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

Notes:

Amendment Source: 1969 Chap 1258

Effective Date Source: 1969 Chapter 1258

19711962

General Court of Justice

The General Court of Justice shall constitute a unified judicial system for purposes of jurisdiction, operation, and administration; and shall consist of an appellate division, a Superior Court division, and a District Court division.

Summary: Reorganization of judicial branch

Election Date: November 6, 1962

Votes For Ratification: 357,067

Votes Against Ratification: 232,774

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

Notes:

Amendment Source: 1961 Chap 313

Effective Date Source: 1961 Chap. 313