In Bong County as in other parts of Liberia, the justice system takes two forms: customary and statutory. Customary justice is meted out by traditional leaders such as the Paramount Chiefs and Clan Chiefs, who settle minor disputes within communities and families. This system is most prevalent in parts of the County that are most underserved by the organs of the statutory system: the courts and the security agencies.

The statutory justice system, is functional through its court system but faces numerous logistical and capacity challenges. Capacity of the judiciary is low, cases are often compromised, dropped, or delayed for long periods, and the system is challenged to attract and retain qualified staff. The physical structure of the Circuit Court building is old and needs urgent renovation. Four Magisterial Courts operate in the County, as well as Revenue and Traffic Courts, but their facilities are either dilapidated or non-existent.

Court Facilities

Circuit Court	Open and functional
Magisterial Courts	8 open in all districts and the capital
Revenue Court	None
Debt Court	None
Traffic Court	None
Justices of the Peace	Open