Justice Sector

Understand how corruption undermines access to justice and the rule of law. Find how to increase integrity in the justice sector.

Political interference in police investigations, the prosecution of cases and in judicial decision-making makes a mockery of the rule of law. Bribery and nepotism enables justice to be bought. When the justice system is corrupt not only is access to justice is denied, especially for the poor, but also the corrupt enjoy impunity and economic investors cannot rely on the rule of law.

This U4 Theme Page will help you, among other things, to:

• Learn how to begin justice sector reform in line with UNCAC obligations
• Find out how to effectively monitor judicial reform efforts
• Learn via analysis and cases how, why and where corruption occurs in judicial systems