Court of Cassation, Supreme Court near Palace of Justice, Paris, France
The Court of Cassation operates within a grand building, functioning as the highest judicial authority for civil and criminal matters in France.
The institution emerged in 1791 during the French Revolution as part of a comprehensive reform to establish consistent legal interpretations across the nation.
The Court maintains French legal traditions through six specialized chambers addressing different aspects of law, from commercial disputes to criminal cases.
Visitors can access the Court at 5 Quai de l'Horloge in Paris, where proceedings follow strict protocols regarding attendance and conduct.
The Court reviews only legal points without examining factual evidence, focusing solely on proper law application in lower court decisions.
Inception: 1791
Industry: 84.23Z - Justice
Part of: French judiciary courts
Website: http://courdecassation.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.85669,2.34419
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:43
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