equality in the cjs

Question 1

how should people engaging with the justice system and its processes be treated?

Answer 1

in the same way, if doing so would create disparity or disadvantage, adequate measures should be implemented for them to engage with the justice system.

Question 2

what does equality look like in the cjs?

Answer 2

no discrimination, an even playing field between the plaintiff and defendant, clear and uniform rules of evidence and procedure, ability to access legal rep.

Question 3

what does no discrimination regard?

Answer 3

regards financial situation, culture/language, physical disability or intellectual impairment.

Question 4

what does an even playing field mean? (vcat, cav)

Answer 4

dispute resolution methods such as mediation and conciliation, as well as VCAT and CAV aim to provide this by more cost-effective and informal options for the parties.

Question 5

what do clear and uniform rules of evidence and procedure mean? (civil procedure act)

Answer 5

the Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic) governs the running of a civil case and provides clear parameters to ensure consistency, meaning all parties are treated in a uniform manner.

Question 6

what is meant by ability to access legal rep?

Answer 6

parties are able to understand court processes/terminology (judge might have to level playing field by assisting self-represented party).

Question 7

what is meant by ability to access legal rep?

Answer 7

parties are able to understand court processes/terminology (judge might have to level playing field by assisting self-represented party).