Saudi Supreme Judicial Council approves new governance rules
The Supreme Judicial Council has adopted new regulations to boost judicial efficiency and institutional governance at its meeting in Riyadh.
On a recent meeting in Riyadh, the Supreme Judicial Council approved a set of new regulations aimed at enhancing judicial efficiency and institutional governance, as led by Sheikh Dr. Walid bin Mohammed Al-Samaani. The council's primary objective was to streamline procedures, improve case allocation, and bolster the overall effectiveness of their operations.
The new regulations address key areas such as forming courts, establishing judicial panels, and distributing cases. By providing a clearer framework, the council intends to stabilize procedures, enhance case handling, and ensure a more consistent approach to judicial work.
Furthermore, the council explored ways to improve the process of appointing judges, with the goal of elevating the quality of judicial appointments. This includes preparing and developing judicial staff, as well as strengthening technical offices that support quality and efficiency in judicial outcomes.
The council also examined the potential of artificial intelligence in the judicial system. They reviewed pilot projects exploring the use of AI technologies and considered opportunities to leverage these tools to streamline processes, improve quality, and support data-driven decision-making.
In addition, the council assessed the implementation of previous decisions and took necessary actions as part of their mandate to oversee courts, judges, and their work.
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