There are many organizations that produce research, data, and analytical tools related to the rule of law. Below, information and links to some of these organizations. World Justice Project (WJP)The World Justice Project is an independent, multidisciplinary organization…
Criminal (and some civil) investigations often require a search by law enforcement author
What is a Search Warrant?A search warrant is a document signed by a neutral authority permitting law enforcement to search a person or property for evidence of a crime. A warrant…
There are four principle sentencing models used by criminal justice systems around the world, with some adopting a combined approach. This page examines the sentencing practices of eight countries, including procedure, the role of victims, sentence types, whether mandatory minimums are used, and…
Many countries have specialized courts that operate alongside courts of general jurisdiction. These courts are created to meet the needs of specific constituencies (juvenile courts, tribal courts, community courts) or to address unique jurisdictional issues (tax courts, probate courts). Specialized…
Supranational tribunals may be characterized as “international courts” when they apply international law. Although supranational law is a type of international law, it only applies when sovereign nations agree to recognize the judicial decisions of a common tribunal as…
In countries that have experienced a sustained period of conflict, repression, or human rights violations, the existing justice system may not be equipped to provide adequate recourse. In the aftermath of sustained periods of strife, political and legal institutions may…
Justice systems around the world face heavy criminal case loads.
Features to Consider in Trial-Waiver Models
Prosecution control of charge
Victim agreement
Types of Crime
Types of punishments or other consequences, including dismissal after supervision
Judge…
Foreign judges have been “imported” throughout history, dating back to Ancient Greece when independent city-states br
Local CapacityThe process of developing a pool of skilled judges takes time. In countries without a well-established legal profession, especially those with…