Sentences with phrase «confidence in the judiciary»

The rule of law can not exist without open justice and deep public confidence in the judiciary and the administration of justice.

He said, «We believe in the judiciary and we still have confidence in the judiciary of the country.

I think there is a debate to be had about whether or not judges should be subject to some kind of democratic control to inspire confidence in the judiciary, while safeguarding their judicial independence.»

The Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Georgina Theodora Wood is appealing to the public to still have confidence in the judiciary after the infamous Anas Aremeyaw Anas video exposed how some judges and judicial service staff took bribes and subverted justice.

Oyelade explained further that the PDP in the state as a political party had full confidence in the judiciary and had the confidence that at the end of the day, it would triumph, stating that the Court of Appeal would give victory to the party

Gray says she's pleased the committee was able to «hone in on what is really at issue, which is the public confidence in the judiciary system and that his behaviour was of such a profound nature that no matter whether or not he is sincerely apologetic for what he said or that he did seek out additional education, it just can't undo what is already a mistrust in the judiciary for sexual assault victims.»

It tests the courts resourcefulness to provide a level and playing field where confidence in the judiciary is fostered and all society is content that the judiciary is standing guard.

The Inquiry was directed at whether the public could have confidence in the judiciary when a judge relies on discriminatory and sexist myths about women during a sexual assault trial,» says Tamar Witelson, Legal Director of METRAC, a member of the Coalition of six organizations from across Canada that intervened at the Inquiry into the Justice Camp's conduct.

«We applaud the CJC majority report to the minister that properly confirms that the question here was not whether the judge was apologetic, but rather whether the conduct under review is of such a nature that a reasonable person would lose confidence in the judiciary,» says Kim Stanton, legal director at the Women's Legal Education and Action Fund, which was an intervener in the case.

Tayler said McLachlin's statements to the media after the issue arose «were consistent with international standards and within the scope and role of her office in defending the public confidence in the judiciary in light of the allegations she had been informed were then being made public, i.e. alleging that she had lobbied against a particular nominee.»

I have confidence in the judiciary but there is corruption in the judiciary.

Sensationalist and ill - informed attacks can undermine public confidence in the judiciary, but our public can have every confidence in our judiciary, a confidence which I believe must be shared by the Executive.»

And Lord Keen of Elie, who sits on the government's front bench team in the Lords as advocate general for Scotland, appeared to take a swipe at justice secretary Liz Truss when he said the government «must» have confidence in the judiciary.

«The allegation of bias is a serious issue and it is capable of destroying public confidence in the judiciary.

We have confidence in our judiciary, and given the opportunity, they will deliver a fair and satisfactory judgment based on the facts and evidence adduced before them.

«Our statement was very clear and unambiguous which was to the effect that we are in court and have absolute faith and confidence in the judiciary to dispense justice without fear or favour.

We have confidence in the judiciary.

According to him, «We as caretaker committee of the PDP we have absolute faith and confidence in the judiciary and we know that ultimately justice will be done, the judges can not be fooled by these antics.

The Commission went on to state that «If these claims go unanswered, or are not dealt with, confidence in the judiciary will be undermined as the public becomes convinced that the courts as now constituted are incapable of correctly resolving some of the most pressing legal issues of our day» (p. 11).

Utah State Court judges are encouraged to take an active part in the community to increase public understanding and promote public confidence in the judiciary.

But they must exercise caution, taking care to honor the distinctive constitutional role they've taken on as well as the public's confidence in the judiciary.

According to a new paper on judicial integrity, direct campaign contributions undermine the public's confidence in the judiciary.

[1] Public confidence in the judiciary is essential in maintaining the rule of law and preserving the strength of our democratic institutions.

«It's impressive in the depth in which it goes to address the concerns about public confidence in the judiciary and it was unexpected to see such a strongly worded decision,» she adds.

In a statement, he said, «Any effort to link judicial campaign contributions received by a judicial campaign committee for major media advertising to case outcomes is misleading and erodes public confidence in the judiciary.»

Speaking in favour of deletion, Lord Macdonald, the former Director of Public Prosecutions identified three clear dangers in proceeding, none of which have been addressed by the Lords amendments, to public confidence in the judiciary, to fairness and to justice (Cols 1898 — 1900).

Several other states conduct official performance evaluations of judges for the purpose of facilitating judicial self - improvement, informing re-selection decisions, and promoting public confidence in the judiciary.

It is beyond serious dispute that the letters sent by Judge Murphy do not promote public confidence in the judiciary.

Given the important purpose of the judicial discipline process, the critical role of integrity in ensuring public confidence in the judiciary, and the need to ensure fairness to Justice Girouard, the Ministers agree that the best course of action is to jointly request, pursuant to s. 63 (1) of the Judges Act, that an inquiry be held into the findings of the majority of the Inquiry Committee that prompted it to recommend his removal.»

In Loughry v. Tennant et al., the West Virginia Supreme Court recognized that judicial elections are different from executive and legislative elections, and concluded that there are unique and compelling state interests in «protecting the impartiality and integrity of the judiciary, and strengthening public confidence in the judiciary.»

But «[e] ven if judges were able to refrain from favoring donors, the mere possibility that judges» decisions may be motivated by the desire to repay campaign contributions is likely to undermine the public's confidence in the judiciary.»

Without public confidence in the judiciary and belief in the legitimacy of their pronouncements, the courts are impotent to maintain the authority of the rule of law.

«We appreciate the judge recognizes her conduct was wanting and that she recognizes delays in the issuances of judgments absent very good reasons has a real negative effect on public confidence in the judiciary.

According to these guidelines, which have not been made available to the public, when blogging, magistrates and judges must not identify themselves as members of the judiciary and must avoid making comments that could damage the public's confidence in the judiciary.

Public confidence in the judiciary is eroded by irresponsible or improper conduct by judges.

«What will be the consequences for public understanding of the administration of justice and confidence in the judiciary?

IAALS Executive Director Rebecca Love Kourlis told WDRB that the type of system Nemes proposes — which puts merit over a judge's ability to win an election — tends to result in fewer disciplinary issues and more diversity on the bench as well as increased public trust and confidence in the judiciary.

For these reasons, transmitting oral arguments via webcast can not help but instill greater public confidence in the judiciary.»

The council found Camp failed to meet these high standards and «seriously undermined» public confidence in the judiciary.