The report on the independence and impartiality of the Jordanian judiciary aims to describe the main features of the Jordanian judiciary, with particular focus on the problems and circumstances affecting its independence and impartiality.
The examples mentioned in the report illustrate the serious consequences that a lack of independence and impartiality within the justice system can have on the rights of citizens. Following a description of the reforms that have already been made, the report includes a series of detailed recommendations concerning the constitutional, legal and administrative changes that are required in order to achieve a level of judicial independence in accordance with international standards.
The recommendations are primarily directed towards the Jordanian authorities who are requested to demonstrate the political will that is required in order to achieve real and substantial progress in this area. Other recommendations are directed towards external actors and donors, including the European Union and civil society.
It is hoped that this report will be a useful resource, not only for members of the Jordanian judiciary, but also for Jordanian civilian organizations which wish to engage actively in the process of promotion and strengthening of the judiciary’s independence. These organizations have been involved in the drafting of this report and it is expected that they will continue to actively promote the reform process.