Reform of judicial systems in selected commonwealth Caribbean states

The proper functioning of the Judiciary is essential to the effective operation of the State in a liberal democracy. An important feature of any strong Judiciary is the existence of judicial independence. This is a core component of the Westminster-style system of government and it is intricately li...

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Autor principal: Affonso, Timothy A. (Autor)
Otros Autores: Boodoosingh, Ronnie
Tipo de documento: Print Artículo
Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: 2024
En: The Palgrave handbook of Caribbean criminology
Año: 2024, Páginas: 653-668
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Judicial reform
Commonwealth Caribbean
Judicial Independence
Reform
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Sumario:The proper functioning of the Judiciary is essential to the effective operation of the State in a liberal democracy. An important feature of any strong Judiciary is the existence of judicial independence. This is a core component of the Westminster-style system of government and it is intricately linked to the separation of powers doctrine. This paper will highlight specific aspects of the judicial systems in Barbados, Belize, Guyana, Jamaica, Members of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States and Trinidad and Tobago the Commonwealth Caribbean, paying particular attention to the constitutional strengths and weaknesses of the systems. There will also be an examination of reforms which were implemented in recent times to adapt to the needs of the COVID-19 pandemic. Arising out of that reality, a short discussion of measures which can be used to modernise regional judicial systems will be undertaken.
Notas:Literaturverzeichnis: Seite 667-668
ISBN:9783031523779