The Law Society has responded to the Online Procedure Rule Committee's (OPRC) public engagement document on the digital justice system.
The OPRC was established to make rules governing online court and tribunal proceedings across Civil, Family, and Tribunal jurisdictions, aiming to improve access to justice using modern digital technology.
The draft inclusion framework sets out design principles and standards to ensure all users can access digital justice services, with key features including:
The framework aims to ensure access to justice for all, especially those at risk of exclusion.
The OPRC aims to improve access to justice for all by harnessing the power of modern digital technology.
Author's summary: Law Society responds to OPRC consultation.