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Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, addresses Thursday’s (April 24) swearing-in ceremony for two members of the judiciary to higher office for the Easter Term, at King’s House.

Judicial Services Commission to Look at Recruitment and Appointment of Judicial Officers at Retreat

Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, has advised that the Judicial Services Commission will host its very first retreat this year, to take a deliberate look at the recruitment and appointment of judicial officers. Addressing Thursday’s (April 24) swearing-in ceremony for...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right), observes as Her Honour Christine McNeil, takes the Oath of Allegiance to act as Master-in-Chamber for the Easter Term, during a swearing-in ceremony held at King’s House on Thursday (April 24).

Two Members of the Judiciary Sworn in to Serve in Higher Offices

Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, addresses the Legal Aid Council’s Justice Fair for Persons with Disabilities at Water Square in Falmouth, Trelawny, on April 10.

Gov’t To Introduce Charter For Victims Of Crime And Abuse

Justice Minister Urges Jamaicans to Write Their Wills

Former Public Defender, Earl Witter, speaks during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

Office of the Public Defender a Cornerstone in Upholding Jamaica’s Constitutional Integrity

Public Defender, Carolyn Reid-Cameron, speaking in a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

12 months ago Justice

Make Use of Public Defender’s Office to Safeguard Rights

Jamaicans are being encouraged to know their constitutional and human rights and to make use of the services provided by the Office of the Public Defender (OPD) to safeguard those rights. Public Defender, Carolyn Reid-Cameron, made the call while addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on Friday (April 4). She said that many persons are not aware of...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck (front row, third left), Custodes and Ministry executives share a photo opportunity with Justices of the Peace, during Thursday’s (March 27) Justice Training Institute (JTI) graduation ceremony at AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston. Pictured (from left, front row) are Custos of Portland, Hon. Lincoln Thaxter; Custos of Clarendon, Hon. Edith Chin; Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Grace Ann Stewart-McFarlane; Custos of St. Ann, Hon. John Issa; JTI Director/Principal, Analia Wallace-Muir; and Vice President of the Lay Magistrates’ Association of Jamaica, Lynden Trevor Heaven.

1 year ago Justice

JPs Graduate from JTI to Serve in Lay Magistrates’ Court

Sixteen Justices of the Peace (JPs) from Portland, Clarendon and St. Ann graduated from the Justice Training Institute (JTI), on Thursday (March 27). The JPs received specialised training between October and December 2024, to serve in the Lay Magistrates’ Court. Training administered by retired Senior Parish Judge, Hon. Marjorie Moyston, was focused on judicial principles and conduct, courtroom protocol and...

1 year ago Justice

JPs Encouraged to Strengthen Law-Enforcement Collaborations

Justices of the Peace (JPs) are being urged to strengthen their collaboration with law-enforcement agencies to aid in crime prevention and the delivery of justice. “I want at least 10 Justices of the Peace to be attached to each police station. Your role is vital in ensuring justice is properly served,” says Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck. This, he pointed...

Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck (third left, seated), newly installed Custos Rotulorum for Clarendon, Hon. Edith Chin (second left. seated), and members of the Office of the Custos join 51 newly appointed Justices of the Peace for the parish as they proudly display their Instruments of Appointment.

1 year ago Justice

Justices of the Peace Urged to Champion Integrity in Their Communities

Justices of the Peace (JPs) are being encouraged to embrace their role as beacons of integrity within their communities. This urging comes from Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, who was speaking during a recent commissioning ceremony for newly minted JPs in Clarendon. He emphasised the critical responsibilities of JPs in upholding justice and fostering peace in the society. “We must...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, speaking during the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee in Gordon House on Thursday (March 6).

1 year ago Justice

$1.1 Billion Paid in Judgement Debt for 2024/25

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, says $1.1 billion has been paid, so far, in judgement debt for the 2024/25 fiscal year. He was addressing the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee in Gordon House on Thursday (March 6). “We have another $300 million, so... we can satisfy all the judgment debt. We are extremely happy with the fact that...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, speaking during the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee at Gordon House on Thursday (March 6).

1 year ago Justice

Gov’t Spent $350 Million for Alternative Justice Services in 2024/25

The Ministry of Justice spent approximately $350 million towards the provision of alternative justice services in the 2024/25 fiscal year. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, made the disclosure during the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee at Gordon House on Thursday (March 6). Mr. Chuck said focus was placed on mediation, restorative justice, child diversion and justice tours. “We did...

Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS)

1 year ago Justice

Court Leadership Training Programme Being Developed

The Judiciary of Jamaica is working to develop a training programme that will enhance the managerial skills of officers in leadership positions in the country’s courts. Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, told a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ that the move will streamline functions across the leadership core of the courts by equipping officers with the necessary skills to...