Sentences with phrase «independent judiciary»

``... [S] uch a ranking would provide an enormous incentive for invigorating the trial model of adjudication and with it, the constitutional values a truly independent judiciary is designed to protect and advance.»

That would be Denmark, which displayed key characteristics such as high levels of press freedom, publicly - available data and independent judiciary.

In responding to Beijing's offensives, they will rely mainly on Hong Kong's independent judiciary and public opinion for protection.

In 1991, you went to Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union and you met people who truly believed that the American rule of law, independent judiciary, free market economy, and political system were to be admired.

In the 18th century Baron Montesquieu admired the English constitution whose durability and protection of liberty he ascribed to its division of powers, including a balanced relationship between King, Lords, and Commons; an independent judiciary; and the jury system.

Institutional arrangements such as fair elections, a representative legislature, and an independent judiciary are a necessary precondition of democratic government.

The December / January issue this year contained a lengthy article on the concept of Islamic justice in society, and that includes an independent judiciary.

That was a deliberate attempt to have a fundamental instrument of government that embraced basic human rights, had an independent judiciary.

Hayward comments, «Yes, it does include an independent judiciary and a long list of positive rights.

So I was puzzled to see the Fox TV experts this morning taking him to task for not appreciating the importance of an independent judiciary.

«An independent judiciary is the foundation upon which the entire structure of our constitution rests.

This is what an independent judiciary and an (unwritten) constitution is for.

It is necessary to insist upon a professional, unbiased and independent judiciary; implementation and enforcement of law without political interference; and prosecution of corruption and economic crimes.

Truss said: «Our independent judiciary is the cornerstone of the rule of law and is vital to our constitution and our freedoms.

Such protections are provided not by evanescent «conventions» (in the traditional British sense), but, rather, by the willingness of an independent judiciary to enforce the prerogatives of the sub-national governments when, as is inevitable, the central government is tempted to overreach, perhaps because it refuses fully to accept the degree to which the traditional unitary state governed from Westminister is no more.

Only states that hold free and fair elections on a regular basis, safeguard the rights of the minority and possess an independent judiciary fall within the province of this definition.

But there is an argument that Bercow's criticisms of Trump — on sexism, racism and an independent judiciary — are key pillars of democracy, not politics.

While a constitutional democracy requires an independent judiciary, the same can not be elected by popular vote.

Liz Truss was too slow to come out and condemn this savage and disgraceful attack on the independent judiciary.

Hoylman says an independent judiciary is essential.

The law provides for an independent judiciary, and the government generally respected judicial independence.

Britain has enjoyed the rule of law since Magna Carta, upheld by an independent judiciary.

But another spectre loomed: that of socialist efforts to enhance state power at the expense of individual freedoms and an independent judiciary.

Every constituent part of the Orban programme exists here: the anti-semitism, the focus on Soros, the relentless fear - mongering about immigrants, the demonisation of the EU and its institutions, the attacks on Islam, the undermining of an independent judiciary, and, most of all, the widespread conspiracy - squint - the idea, popular on left and right, on almost all matters of political consequence, that shadowy and powerful forces are undermining the people's will.

Similarly, there is no independent judiciary and the party restricts the movement of its citizens (until recently in was nearly impossible for Cuban citizens to travel overseas at all, even if they had the money to do so).

He justifies his view citing Parliament's deep objections to misogyny, racism, and religious discrimination, and its support for the principle of an independent judiciary.

Not so long ago the Telegraph was publishing a front page piece - by the prime minister's former chief of staff - about a «secret plot» to thwart Brexit orchestrated by Soros and the Mail was calling judges «enemies of the people», which is precisely the type of rhetoric Orban uses to undermine an independent judiciary.

Principle: Trump's breaks with established moral norms are too numerous to list here, but include attacks on the principles of a free press and independent judiciary.

Is the bar willing to discount an independent judiciary and on the basis of which principles or protections?

We don't however have to abolish our constitution, rule of law, independent judiciary and presumption of innocence to do so!

Many have, wrongly in my view, supported the draconian desecration of the temples of justice that the DSS invasion of judges homes in the dead of night represented, but the lesson for our Lords must be that they must urgently clean up the bench and ensure the bar is cleaned up otherwise they may allow the taint of corruption be used by those with an authoritarian agenda to destroy the concept of an independent judiciary in this country.

It's not like they have uniforms, dog tags, and paperwork in triplicate that an independent judiciary can force them to hand over.

concern over an independent judiciary, especially after Marbury v. Madison established the judiciary's power as equal to that of the executive and legislative branches,

«Only an independent judiciary that upholds the rule of law and legal certainty in all member states can ultimately guarantee that money from the EU budget is sufficiently protected,» the commission said.

«Today's ruling demonstrates the importance of an independent judiciary and the critical role it serves in a healthy democracy.

«Our clients wish that an independent redistricting commission could have drawn these districts, but we are grateful that the independent judiciary stepped in to fill this void and create its own principled plan.»

Senator Hoylman says an independent judiciary is essential.

«I myself, as a prosecutor, have dealt with gun violence... As long as (the denied gun sale to a suspected terrorist) is brought before an independent judiciary with the standard of probable cause... that's the issue.

But the story of her vindication and the future of an independent judiciary is still being written.

«This is a victory for an independent judiciary.»

The zone's appointed governor and international oversight board will have broad powers to set their own business regulations and establish an independent judiciary and police commission.

Though based on events that took place 46 years ago, it's a celebration of civic virtues in need of touting now — a free and feisty press, an independent judiciary, and a woman who finds her voice and purpose in a world ruled by men.

The materials and activities suggested in this lesson also help students understand how democracy can be undermined without an independent judiciary, civil liberties, and citizens who are encouraged to think critically.

Despite occasional discomfort, a free press and an independent judiciary must work together to foster a society committed to the rule of law.

It represents the principle that no one should be above the law — not governments, not corporations, not the rich, not anyone — and that the system of laws is fair, transparent and upheld through an impartial and independent judiciary.

To quote the late former Chief Justice William Rehnquist, an independent judiciary is «the crown jewel of our system of government.»