The Restorative and Child Justice Reform Unit in the Ministry of Justice continued its series of consultations on October 16 and 18 at the Jamaica Conference Centre and the Knutsford Court...

More persons are expected to be brought under the tax net consequent on the passage of the Proceeds of Crime (Amendment) Bill 2013, in both Houses of Parliament. The Bill...

The Land Divestment Advisory Committee has been given legal authority to provide advice in ensuring that Government-owned lands are disposed of fairly, transparently, and equitably. Provisions have been made in...

The Office of  Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)  has launched its disclosure protocol, which will serve to enhance transparency and accountability in the justice system. Launched at the Courtleigh Hotel,...

Andrea Brown (not her real name) is crediting the Family Court Attendance Centre (FCAC) for transforming her son’s life and strengthening their relationship. The mother tells JIS News that her...

The Government of Jamaica is to amend the Commission of Enquiry Act to modernise and discourage acts that undermine the effectiveness of the Commission or which are disruptive of the...

Acting President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Hazel Harris, is calling on the relevant authorities to swiftly appoint additional judges to the Court of Appeal. “It is my fervent...

Minister of Justice, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding, has informed that Cabinet, on August 12, approved the drafting of an amendment to the Child Care and Protection Act. This has...