Procedural Reform
/ˌproʊ.siˈdʒʊr.əl rɪˈfɔːrm/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of modifying, updating, or improving legal procedures to enhance efficiency, fairness, or accessibility in judicial or administrative systems.
The court implemented procedural reform to reduce case backlog and ensure timely hearings.
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- procedural reform
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Commentary
Procedural reform typically involves legislative or institutional changes aimed at improving how legal processes operate without altering substantive law.
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