Judicial Dysfunction

/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A condition where the judicial system fails to function effectively or impartially, undermining the administration of justice.
    The country's prolonged judicial dysfunction led to widespread loss of public trust in legal institutions.

Forms

  • judicial dysfunction

Commentary

Judicial dysfunction often encompasses issues such as corruption, delays, lack of independence, or systemic inefficiencies impacting justice delivery.

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