Civil, commercial cases now fully electronic

TDT | Manama

A major shift in the delivery of justice before Bahrain’s courts has been completed. This was announced yesterday by Cassation Court president and Supreme Judicial Council vice-president Chancellor Abdulla bin Hasan Al Buainain.

He was speaking during a video conference with Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa and Information and e-Government Authority (iGA) chief executive officer Mohammed Ali Al Qaed.

Al Buainain said that all procedures of civil and commercial cases of all types and degrees are now fully electronic. Al Buainain praised the continuous support of the Government Executive Committee, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, who had a prominent role in the success of these efforts and achievements.

All this comes in line with the comprehensive development goals set by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Shaikh Khalid expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to the iGA for their efforts in supporting the implementation of the electronic system and in providing solid grounds for the advancement of the continuous development and implementation of justice.

In addition, Al Buainain revealed that the new service will allow the electronic filing of cases and submitting all defence statements, pleadings, and applications to the courts during all stages of the case including the issuance of judgments.

This will include cases in the first degree which was announced recently, as well as the appeal stage before the Appeal and Cassation Courts. The protection of all constitutional and legal guarantees established for a fair trial are ensured in these electronic procedures.