The District of Columbia Courts, comprised of the Court of Appeals, Superior Court, and the Court System constitute the Judicial Branch of the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Court of Appeals is the highest court of the District of Columbia. The Superior Court of the District of Columbia is the court of general jurisdiction over virtually all local legal matters, including criminal, civil, family, probate, tax and traffic. The administrative support functions comprise the Court System.

The goals of the District of Columbia Courts are to provide fair, swift, and accessible justice; enhance public safety; and promote trust and confidence in the justice system.