Criminal procedure

How Jury Equity in England and Wales Undermines the Right to a Fair Trial

How Jury Equity in England and Wales Undermines the Right to a Fair Trial

The recent contempt proceedings brought by Mr. Justice Johnson against Rajiv Menon KC has drawn attention to the principle of Jury Equity. This principle empowers Jurors to give verdicts ‘according...
The Shadow of ‘Honour’: Persistent Violence and the Imperative of Human Rights in South Asia

The Shadow of ‘Honour’: Persistent Violence and the Imperative of Human Rights in South Asia

The fragility of the right to life in Pakistan was starkly highlighted on July 21, 2025, when Pakistani authorities reported the arrest of 11 individuals in connection with the ‘honour...
Hostage Justice? Pre-charge Detention and Defence Rights in Japan

Hostage Justice? Pre-charge Detention and Defence Rights in Japan

The right to a fair trial is a foundational principle of global criminal justice systems. Japan boasts a conviction rate that often surpasses 99%. This figure is often misinterpreted internationally...
Access to Justice: The U.S. Supreme Court Permits Prisoners to Challenge Injustices in State Post-Conviction Procedures

Access to Justice: The U.S. Supreme Court Permits Prisoners to Challenge Injustices in State Post-Conviction Procedures

Access to post-conviction DNA testing and review of flawed science is critical for incarcerated people with innocence claims. Many U.S. states have passed laws to permit incarcerated people to access...
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