Can courts and judges be evaluated? Or are the ideals of justice
incompatible with quality measurement? These questions are
addressed by research into the experience of nine European
countries. Issues of independence and accountability are analysed
by examining the role of the courts as a branch of government that
maintains legitimacy and authority as well as providing a public
service. This appreciation broadens the conception of
accountability, while highlighting that independence is but a means
to the end of impartiality. The interests, values and traditions of
the law, public management and civil society are each recognised as
being relevant to judicial evaluation. The criteria proposed for
the effective evaluation of courts include a respect for the core
values and roles of courts, a meaningful place for all actors,
including the public, and means to ensure that evaluations have
consequences in the day to day operations of justice systems.
Drawing on practical examples, the book concludes with proposals
that may enhance impartiality, accountability and democracy in the
administration of justice.
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