The Judicial Branch of Georgia has the following powers and responsibilities:
1. Interpreting the laws of the state and ensuring their constitutionality.
2. Administering justice through the court system by hearing and deciding legal cases.
3. Protecting the rights and liberties of individuals through fair and impartial trials.
4. Adjudicating disputes between individuals, businesses, and government entities.
5. Enforcing the rule of law and ensuring compliance with court orders.
6. Overseeing the legal profession and ensuring ethical conduct among lawyers and judges.
7. Providing access to justice for all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status.
8. Upholding the principles of separation of powers and checks and balances within the government.
9. Reviewing lower court decisions through the appellate process.
10. Serving as a bulwark against government overreach and protecting the rights of individuals against arbitrary actions.