The Judiciary of Bosnia and Herzegovina is an independent branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law. It operates under the framework established by the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina and consists of various courts, including the State Court, which handles serious criminal cases and appeals, and the Entity Courts, which deal with local matters. The judiciary is divided into two entities: the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republika Srpska, each having its own court system. The High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council oversees the judiciary, ensuring the appointment and discipline of judges and prosecutors, promoting judicial independence and accountability.