Towards Legal and Judicial Reforms: In Pursuit of Transforming the Justice System

Abstract

The judicial system of Pakistan is beset with heavy backlog, rampant corruption, incompetent judicial and non-judicial staff, insufficient use of technology and poor research culture. There are procedural and legal lacunas in lodging transparent First Information Report (FIR). Besides, the mechanism of investigation and inquiry is pathetic. It lacks technological methodologies. Bail reforms and alternatives to pre-trial detentions are improper. The legal system of Pakistan experiences poor documentation management system. It lacks tracking and tracing mechanism. The prime objective is to assess inefficiencies and inequities in existing judicial system. In background, Legal and judicial system has evolved in colonial era; however, it is unable to adapt contemporary demands. The qualitative methodology is used herewith. Key challenges to judicial system of Pakistan are the results. Application of AI in judicial proceedings, objectivity and accountability in the Judges’ appointment process, the role of judiciary as the guardian of the constitution are recommendations.