His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched the annual report of the Judicial Authority in the Emirate of Dubai for 2024, a significant event that showcases the achievements of the judiciary in the emirate over the past year. The report reflects the high standards of judicial performance and highlights new trends that will help improve the services provided, while supporting the strategic vision of the judiciary in Dubai and enhancing its status as a global model for achieving justice.
Continuous Commitment to Judicial System Development
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and President of the Judicial Council in Dubai, emphasized the importance of developing the judicial work system in the emirate. He noted that efforts to enhance this system remain a top priority for the government, embodying the noble vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. He stated, “The launch of the annual report, which compiles data from the judicial authority in the Emirate of Dubai into a comprehensive report for the third consecutive year, reflects our commitment to transparency and our dedication to evaluating the integrated efforts of the judicial bodies.”
Enhanced Achievements and Future Aspirations
The annual report for the Judicial Authority in 2024 highlighted numerous developmental achievements. Among them are the adoption of career pathways for judges, the launch of an electronic system serving members of the judicial authority, and the approval of the Judicial Inspection Strategy for 2024-2026. According to the data, the Judicial Council issued 84 regulatory decisions and 50 legislations that support the governance of judicial communication in Dubai, reflecting a serious commitment to improving judicial performance.
Statistics Reflecting Judicial Performance Effectiveness
The report also indicates that the year 2024 witnessed the issuance of 19,329 judicial rulings, in addition to 21,091 remote sessions and 9,672 investigations conducted via visual communication. Dubai Courts recorded 1,518,620 smart requests, demonstrating the public’s shift towards the digital services provided by the judicial authority. The number of judicial authority members has also increased to 429, with aspirations to improve the speed of case resolution while maintaining the required accuracy and quality.
The Role of the Public Prosecution in Promoting Justice
The annual report of the Judicial Authority in the Emirate of Dubai also highlighted the role of the Public Prosecution in monitoring non-criminal cases, with interventions in 1,031 cases. A total of 40,894 criminal cases were processed, representing 88.3% of the total cases, underscoring the Public Prosecution’s commitment to providing justice and ensuring the timely execution of rulings.
In summary, the annual report launched by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for the Judicial Authority in the Emirate of Dubai for 2024 marks a turning point in the development of the justice system, reinforcing the emirate’s vision as a global center for justice and the rule of law.