NDC’s interest aligns with the Constitution – Srem-Sai defends push for speedy trials
Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem-Sai has defended the government’s push for speedy trials, insisting that the governing NDC's position is consistent with the constitutional requirement that accused persons have their cases determined without undue delay.
Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has defended the government's push for expedited trials, arguing that the NDC's stance on this issue aligns with constitutional requirements. Speaking on Joy News' PM Express, Justice Srem-Sai rejected claims that the government was manipulating the legal vacation to secure favorable outcomes in cases involving former government officials.
He insisted that the NDC's interest in this matter coincides with the constitutional mandate for speedy trials. Justice Srem-Sai acknowledged that there are instances where lawyers may have competing interests regarding the pace of proceedings, but he argued that judicial oversight is necessary to balance these interests and ensure justice is served.
He emphasized that the Constitution guarantees every accused person a fair and speedy trial, specifically citing Article 19(1). The Deputy Attorney General also rejected the notion that speeding up trials amounts to perverting the course of justice. He pointed out that the practice of assigning vacation judges, who have cases in their substantive courts, is a standard practice dating back decades in the country.
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