The Judiciary of Sierra Leone, Law Court Building, Freetown. Photo Credit: Judiciary of Sierra Leone on Twitter.
Governance & Politics

Eliminating Jury Trials In Sierra Leone: Weighing the pros and cons

In nations governed by democratic principles, such as Sierra Leone, the institution of the jury system functions as a vital mechanism for overseeing governmental authority. Within the realm of jurisprudence, jury trials allow citizens to engage directly in the legal process, particularly in cases of a criminal nature where an individual’s freedom is in jeopardy.