COMMISSIONER LAWSON ANNOUNCES REOPENING OF COURTS!

The Judicial Branch is now open!

Today marks a pivotal moment for justice in the State of San Andreas as the Superior Court finally reopens its doors, revealing a new era of fairness and accountability - justice prevails. After a period of great uncertainty and challenges under the previous administration, the Judicial Branch has emerged stronger and more equipped with a much greater focus on the rule of law.

A newly drafted Judicial Code now sets the standard for conduct, process, and the application of law. This code solidifies the rules of court, evidence, as well as the procedures that govern the branch. In addition to this, a new Code of Ethics has been created and introduced to give the citizens of the state greater protection, as well as holding attorneys, both prosecution and defense, accountable for their actions.

In an influential procedural change, it is no longer the citizen's responsibility to bring their criminal case to court. Upon notifying the arresting officer of a not guilty plea, a notification will be sent by law enforcement to the District Attorney's Office to arrange an arraignment. If an arraignment cannot be arranged, it becomes the responsibility of the DA's Office to initiate legal proceedings - ensuring that a not guilty plea leads to a legitimate court case and protecting the rights of the accused.

Citizens seeking justice for a civil matter, can easily access the court system by joining the government email system and submitting a civil petition to initiate a case. Public defenders are also available to guide citizens through the legal process, ensuring equal justice for all.