Advantages & Disadvantages of Judicial Independence

Question 1

Adv; Fairness

Answer 1

• Judges are independent, decisions are made only on the basis of the facts of the case and law.
• Fairness in all cases.

Question 2

Adv; Protection

Answer 2

• Judiciary able to protect citizens against unlawful acts of government.
• Can be an impartial judicial review of acts or decisions by the government.

Question 3

Adv; Confidence

Answer 3

• Public have confidence in our judicial system.

- They know that their cases will be decided fairly and in accordance with the law.

Question 4

Adv; Civil or Criminal

Answer 4

• Individuals involved in any kind of case before the courts need to be sure that the judge dealing with their case cannot be influenced by an outside party or judge’s personal interests.