Open Justice in the Technological Age

Her Honour discusses the underlying rationales behind the concept of open justice and explains how the growing use of technology by courts preserves open justice and promotes the maintenance of public confidence in the judicial system. Her Honour discusses the relationship between the courts and online media, commenting on how information published on the internet and social media affects public confidence in the judiciary. Additionally, Her Honour reviews the granting of suppression orders by courts to limit the publication of sensitive information. Finally, Her Honour discusses ways in which courts can use the advancement of technology to promote the rule of law and increase public confidence in the legal system.