JustDice | A Critical Look at the UK's Criminal Justice System
Date: 2024-02-13
Erosion of Rights: A Critical Look at the UK's Criminal Justice System
In a startling revelation, the state of the UK's Criminal Justice System has been brought into sharp focus, with accusations of it becoming a "joke" after 800 years of history, now teetering on the brink of irrelevance. The system, once the pillar of fairness and justice, is now criticized for ignoring the very principles it was built upon, with parliamentary intentions overlooked and the Judicial Oath—akin to the coronation oath—being disregarded by a select few judges. This has led to a situation where justice seems more akin to a gamble in Las Vegas rather than a measured and fair process.
The issue at hand is not just a matter of isolated incidents but points to a systemic failure where legal aid becomes a battleground for those who can hardly afford it, creating a class divide between 'the haves' and 'the have-nots.' This divide not only undermines the principle of equality before the law but also erodes civil liberties, turning the justice system into a spectacle of injustice that mocks the very notion of fair trial and due process.
The autonomy within the Crown Courts, Crown Prosecution Service, and the Police, which remains largely unchallenged, has led to a dangerous precedent where rules can be manipulated, and the goalposts moved to benefit the prosecution. The principle of 'equality of arms' seems to have vanished into thin air, leaving the scales of justice heavily tilted in favor of the Crown.
A glaring example of this disparity is highlighted through the sentencing inconsistencies where a person exposing corrupt practices receives a harsher sentence than someone guilty of heinous crimes. Such discrepancies raise questions about the uniformity and fairness of custodial sentencing, with the Crown Prosecution Service's threshold tests being met selectively, often overlooking grave offenses in favor of prosecuting lesser crimes.
This systemic breakdown has not gone unnoticed, yet the mechanism for change remains elusive. Parliament and state members are barred from intervening in judicial matters, leaving a gap in accountability that spans decades. The introduction of new criminal laws, seemingly drafted to erode common law safeguards, has only exacerbated the problem, doubling the prison population in 25 years and perpetuating a 'controlled criminal enterprise' that benefits from the status quo.
The call for action is clear. The public is urged to reclaim their rights, challenge unjust decisions, and utilize common law for private prosecutions against corruption within the system. A radical proposal for a rateable website for UK judges, akin to TripAdvisor, has been suggested to differentiate between those who uphold the principles of justice and those who do not, aiming to restore transparency and trust in the judicial process.
As the criminal justice system stands at a crossroads, the need for reform is undeniable. The future of justice in the UK hinges on the willingness of its citizens to demand change, challenge injustices, and strive for a system that truly reflects the principles of fairness, equality, and integrity. It's time for the government to heed the wake-up call and for real people to champion real justice.
