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22/ Justice Ministry implemented 2,314 alternative penalties in 2025
Amman, January 27 (Petra) -Indicators issued by the Ministry of Justice for the years 2024-2025 reflect an "accelerated" pace of work and expansion of judicial services within a gradual reform approach, driven by legislative modernization and digital transformation. This approach aims to streamline litigation procedures and enhance access to swift justice, which would strengthen the rule of law and institutions. In remarks to "Petra" Tuesday, Minister of Justice Dr. Bassam Talhouni said the figures reflect "the outcome of cumulative institutional work," aimed at developing the legislative framework, automating procedures, and expanding the scope of services provided to citizens "fairly, efficiently, and transparently." Talhouni announceD a total of 495,747 certificates of good conduct were issued during 2024, of which 35,804 were in English and 459,943 in Arabic. The minister added that the total figure is expected to rise to 521,919 certificates in 2025, of which 33,225 are in English and 488,694 in Arabic, which is a "clear indicator of the growing demand for this vital service and its integration with digital transformation." Talhouni stated the ministry recorded approximately 6,955 electronic auctions in 2024, rising to 7,743 in 2025. In this context, he said this expansion reflects increasing confidence in digital solutions, which strengthens the principles of integrity and transparency, and expedites judicial procedures. Meanwhile, he noted the ministry handled 2,489 requests for legal aid in 2024, increasing to 3,633 in 2025, which reflects expansion of legal protection for eligible groups and consolidation of the principle of equal justice. Talhouni also stated the number of requests for the right to access information reached 88. Regarding the work of notaries public, he said the number of completed transactions reached 299,306 in 2024, compared to 284,350 in 2025, within a flexible work system that seeks to streamline procedures and expedite completion without compromising service quality. Additionally, he said the ministry implemented 3,693 alternative sentences to imprisonment during 2024, compared to 2,314 cases in 2025. The number of cases using electronic bracelets also increased from 149 in 2024 to 316 in 2025, which aligns with recent legislative amendments aimed at rehabilitating convicts, reintegrating them into society, reducing recidivism, and alleviating overcrowding in correctional and rehabilitation centers. In the area of ??digital transformation, he said remote court sessions totaled 138,612 in 2024, compared to 127,384 in 2025. Approximately 41.446 million court documents were electronically archived in 2024, and 38.564 million in 2025, which represent a "significant" leap forward that has enhanced "efficiency" of the judicial process and facilitated access to information, he pointed out. //Petra//AG
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