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The Judiciary and different stakeholders have started reviewing proposed rules and practice directions on court sentences and granting bail to suspects.

According to Judiciary spokesperson James Jumire Ereemye Mawanda, they are also reviewing issues of electronic filing, jurisdiction, cases of persons with disability, and child-friendly justice standards.

Principal Judge Flavian Zeija presiding over the consultative meeting on proposed rules and practice directions on Monday, March 25, at Hotel Africana, Kampala.

The rules and practice directions being deliberated on are the statutory Instruments Supplement the Administration of the Judiciary (Establishment of Committees) Regulations, 2023 No. 93 Of 2023, Constitution (Bail Guidelines for Courts of Judicature) (Practice) Directions, 2022, Sentencing Guidelines, among others.

Zeija thanked the participants for recognising the importance of their insights in shaping the proposed rules and practice directions.

He acknowledged the pivotal role of stakeholders in embracing these proposals and emphasised the need for collective input to ensure they meet the aspirations of the people and court users.

Zeija also commended the Judiciary Law Reform Committee for their dedication in crafting the proposals.

The Chief Registrar, Sarah Langa Siu, emphasised that the meeting's purpose is to enhance access to justice efficiency and enhance the quality of justice delivery, with a direct focus on addressing the needs of those seeking justice.

The president of the Uganda Law Society Bernard Oundo, expressed appreciation for the Judiciary's continuous engagement and welcomed the interventions proposed

He advocated for joint continuous training on the rules for both legal practitioners and the judiciary.

“This is crucial for the effective implementation and understanding of the proposed changes,” Oundo emphasised.

He said the meeting boasts attendance from various justices and stakeholders, underscoring the collective commitment to advancing justice in Uganda.