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Digital Court Recording System Launched

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A new recording system has been launched for the judiciary which promises to speed up the time it takes for judges to hear cases which will also assist with relieving the backlog.

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2 years ago

April 21, 2023

Berthony McDermott

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A new recording system has been launched for the judiciary which promises to speed up the time it takes for judges to hear cases which will also assist with relieving the backlog.

The judiciary taking another step in modernizing the how judges and magistrates hear cases with the launch of the digital court recording system.

The use of the modern platform allows speech to be translated to text doing away with judges having to take notes during hearings, arraignments, or trials.

Chief Justice Sir Ian Winder says the system will not replace court reporters but enhance the process.

The chief justice says accurate recordings of proceedings ought to be a right and not a matter of chance.

He says the new system will also help in addressing the age-old problem of backlogs in the court system.

The initiative comes from a partnership with The Bahamas and the United States Embassy.

International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Director in the U.S. Embassy Bridget Premont

Former Chief Justice, now Court of Appeal Judge Sir Brian Moree says the system will have a transformative impact on court proceedings.

He called it an excellent example of what can be achieved through strategic partnerships.