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Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, delivers remarks during Wednesday’s (April 10) launch of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Supporting Victims of Violence (SVOV) Activity, held at The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

Gov’t Welcomes USAID US$9.9-Million Programme to Assist Violence Victims

By: Judana Murphy, April 12, 2024

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, has welcomed assistance from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in strengthening government and civil society efforts in support of victims of...

Chief Justice, Bryan Sykes speaking at the official launch for the Judiciary of Jamaica's Strategic Business Plan on April 11.

Judiciary Launches 2024-2028 Strategic Business Plan

By: Jermi-Lee Nelson, April 11, 2024

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right); President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Patrick Brooks (centre) and Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, exchange pleasantries during a swearing-in ceremony, held at King’s House on April 3, for eight members of the judiciary who were appointed to act in higher office for the Easter Term.

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By: Chris Patterson, April 4, 2024

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Director of the Victim Services Branch in the Ministry of Justice, Dionne-Dawn Binns.

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Victims of Crime Encouraged to Access VSB Services

Jamaicans who are victims of crime are being encouraged to take advantage of the support programmes and services available to them from the Victim Services Branch (VSB) of the Ministry...

By: Jermi-Lee Nelson, March 25, 2024

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, addresses Friday’s (March 8) Restorative Practices certificate ceremony held at Campion College in St. Andrew.

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Persons Trained in Restorative Justice Urged to Become Advocates

The more than 8,000 participants across 200 schools who have been trained in restorative justice (RJ) are being encouraged to become advocates for the conflict resolution method in their schools...

By: Judana Murphy, March 9, 2024

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck (centre), speaks at a Standing Finance Committee meeting held on Tuesday (March 5), at Gordon House. At right is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Grace-Ann Stewart McFarlane.

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Submission Made to Increase Stipend Paid to Jurors

Efforts are being made to increase the stipend that is paid to jurors in a bid to encourage more persons to serve. Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, informed that...

By: Latonya Linton, March 6, 2024

Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck (centre, front row), speaks during Tuesday’s (March 5) meeting of the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives meeting at Gordon House. At right is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Grace-Ann Stewart McFarlane.

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Jamaicans Encouraged to Utilise the Justice Ministry’s Services to Resolve Conflicts

Jamaicans are again being encouraged to utilise the Ministry of Justice’s services to resolve conflicts and avoid disputes. Among these is restorative justice which is tailored to resolve conflict by...

By: Latonya Linton, March 6, 2024

Director of Operations, Dispute Resolution Foundation(DRF), Cherrol Taylor.

2 years ago Justice

90 Newly Trained Conflict Resolution Responders to Be Introduced during Peace Day Walks

Ninety citizens who have been trained to resolve conflicts by the Dispute Resolution Foundation will be presented to their respective communities during peace walks slated for the Corporate Area on...

By: Twila Wheelan, March 5, 2024

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck (left), joins High Commissioner for Canada to Jamaica, Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic; United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Kishan Khoday (second right); and Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, at a ceremony for the handover of stenography machines and laptops to the justice system, held at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Regional Headquarters in Mona, St. Andrew on Friday (March 1). The items, valued at $30 million, were provided by the Government of Canada under the Social Justice Project (SO-JUST), which is being implemented by the UNDP.

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Gov’t Receives Stenographer Machines for Court Reporters

The Government has received a donation of stenography machines and laptops valued at $30 million to strengthen court reporting in the justice system. The items, provided under the Canadian-funded Social...

By: Rochelle Williams, March 3, 2024

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right), presents newly appointed Custos Rotulorum for the parish of Clarendon, Edith Chin, with the Instrument of Office, during the swearing-in ceremony at King’s House on March 1.

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Edith Chin Sworn in as Custos of Clarendon

Businesswoman Edith Chin is the new Custos Rotulorum for the parish of Clarendon. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, presented Mrs. Chin with the Instrument of Office...

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Director of the Child Diversion Branch in the Social Justice Division of the Ministry of Justice, Venisa Clarke.

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Trace Study to Evaluate Impact of Child Diversion Programme

The Ministry of Justice will be developing a trace study during the upcoming 2024/25 financial year to determine the true impact of the Child Diversion Programme on children who have...

By: Jermi-Lee Nelson, February 27, 2024

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Victims of Crime Encouraged to Access VSB Services

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Submission Made to Increase Stipend Paid to Jurors

Jamaicans Encouraged to Utilise the Justice Ministry’s Services to Resolve Conflicts

90 Newly Trained Conflict Resolution Responders to Be Introduced during Peace Day Walks

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