Tribunal of the Roman Rota

The Tribunal of the Roman Rota is the highest court within the Catholic Church, primarily responsible for handling appeals related to church laws, such as marriage annulments and other canonical issues. Located in Vatican City, it functions as a court of appeal for cases involving the interpretation of church statutes and legal matters. The Rota ensures consistent application of canonical law across the Church and is composed of expert judges who review cases, provide legal opinions, and issue final verdicts, supporting the Church’s pastoral and doctrinal integrity.