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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 months

The Judicial Service Commission is inviting qualified candidates to apply for the available posts; : Justice of Court of Appeal No. of Vacancies 5 : High Court Judge No. of Vacancies: 12 Form 1 can be accessed at

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In a meeting held yesterday 12th June 2023, JSC appointed 5 Assistant Registrars in acting capacity, and 87 Magistrates Grade One on probation in the Judiciary Service. See lists below 👇🏿 1/2

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

After receiving several complaints and conducting hearings, two Judicial Officers have been dismissed and one reprimanded. #PressRelease

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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4 years

Ignorance of the Law is no defence. Beginning April, the Commission will be posting particular aspects of the law for your information. Let us know in the comment section if there is a particular legal question that you have. Happy Palm Sunday.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

Press release; 🚨 Following the ongoing recruitment exercise, the Judicial Service Commission has appointed on promotion 10 officers to the position of Senior Principal Magistrate Grade One in an acting capacity in the Judiciary Service. See list below 👇🏿

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 months

Applications are invited from suitable and elgible citizens of Uganda to fill the two vacant posts Share and Retweet

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

The Judicial Service Commission has appointed 42 judicial officers at various levels of service in the Judiciary of Uganda.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

Announcement to applicants for Magistrate Grade 1 positions in the Judiciary Service, under Judicial Service Commission Advert No. 2 of 2022.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

Public Notice 📌 We inform the general public that our offices have moved to Kingdom Kampala building. 📍

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

This week we shall share about succession in Uganda contains information related to writing a will, administration of an estate, distribution of property, residential property, guardianship, offences and penalties under the succession law. A THREAD 🧵

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

Good morning, in reference to JSC Advert No. 2 of 2022 which appeared in the New Vision Newspaper of 7th November 2022 declaring 71 positions of Magistrate Grade I in the Judiciary Service among others. Applicants are hereby informed that a competence test will be on Tuesday…👇🏿

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

VACANCY. (Share) Reference is made to the JSC External Advert No. 1 of 2023 published in the New Vision 22nd May 2023. (Attached! Post : Justice of the Supreme Court Reference : HRM 77/180/01B Salary Scale : Specified No. of Vacancies : 02 Email : applicationsjsc2023 @jsc .go.ug

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Please note that corporal punishment or any injury caused to a child intentionally is illegal and you will serve 3 years in prison if found guilty. RT.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

The Judicial Service Commission has appointed 12 Judicial Officers at various levels and court staff.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

The Judicial Service Commission has recruited 5 Registrars and 4 Assistant Registrars

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

JSC has appointed 53 Grade One Magistrates on probation to make it 144 Judicial officers appointed this financial year. See list below;

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

When writing a will, it’s important to note that; a) The residential home or homes may only be distributed in a will; where the deceased has provided a residence of equivalent value or status for his or her surviving spouse and children.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

From the Uganda Law Reform Centre User guide to Succession, this thread explains what a Will is, how to write a Will, who can make a will, compulsory requirement for a will, what property can be distributed in a will , and how to keep it for safe custody.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Who is an executor or executrix? This is an individual or individuals appointed in a will and entrusted to put into effect the wishes stated in a will. The appointment of an executor or executrix is confirmed by court which gives a letter of probate. 1/3

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Vacancies at the Industrial Court

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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2 years

H.E the President of Uganda Appoints 16 High Court Judges in acting capacity for 2 years #PressRelease

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

7 months

As a Taxpayer, what do you know about Tax Appeal Tribunals? Tax Appeal Tribunals were established purposely to deal with tax appeals, to provide the taxpayer with an easily accessible, efficient and independent settlement of tax disputes with Uganda Revenue Authority. The

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

7 months

This afternoon, Hon. Justice Elizabeth Musoke has been sworn in as a Member of Judicial Service Commission. Lady Justice Elizabeth Musoke replaces the Late Lady Justice Stella Arach Amoko. The ceremony has been presided over by Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny Dollo.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

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In reference to the advert quoted, a shortlist of candidates selected to sit for a competence test is now available on the JSC website . The competence test will be conducted on Saturday, 21st September 2024 at Makerere University College of Computing and

Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 months

Applications are invited from suitable and elgible citizens of Uganda to fill the two vacant posts Share and Retweet

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

President of Uganda His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni appointed new Justices of Appeal and Judges of the High Court.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

JSC has appointed more 35 Judicial Officers, 5 Chief Magistrates and 30 Senior Magistrate Grade one. #Pressrelease

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

The JSC on 22/04 appointed 35 Chief Magistrates to expand the judicial structure. This brings the total number of Judicial Officers in this category to 74. This appointment constitutes the largest number of Judicial Officers ever appointed in one go. The list of appointees;

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Judicial Service Commission disciplinary decisions, May 2023

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

JSC in accordance with Article 148 of the Constitution which mandates it to appoint Judicial Officers, has appointed 11 more people to the office of Registrars and Magistrates in the Judiciary. The appointments as below were an outcome of the 13th JSC Meeting held on the 28/7/‘21

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Do you have a will? Where did you keep it? Here are some of the places you can keep your Will for safe custody; 1/ 2 a) at the offices of a Chief Registrar; b) at the High Court; c) at the Office of the Administrator General; d) with a religious leader or institution(s);

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

She has been a member of the Judicial Service Commission, representing Judicial Officers and also a member of the Legal Education, Public Affairs and Research Committee of the Commission. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Judiciary Uganda

@JudiciaryUG

1 year

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Hon.Lady Justice Stella Arach-Amoko, Justice of the Supreme Court. MHSRIP

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

Suitable and eligible citizens of Uganda are invited to apply for the following vacant posts available at Judicial Service Commission; see attached details 👇🏿 1/2

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Ms. Agnes Ampaire, Legal Officer JSC, speaks about JSC Mandate at the Uganda Law Society Regional Pro-bono day today at Mbarara University Grounds. The Commission also put up a table to display IEC materials and for the public to benefit from the same.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Human Rights Law is an area of law that concerns important rights that we own as human beings. In this thread we explain more about #HumanRightsLaw

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

As part of the ongoing recruitment programme to fill vacant positions in the Judiciary service in the magisterial category, JSC has appointed 20 Judicial Officers as Acting Principal Magistrates Grade One. See press release for details:. 👇🏿

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Media engagement on law and administration of justice in Uganda. Media should always try to understand the Mandate of the institution they are reporting on.

Voice Of Muhabura 88.9FM

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@HRNJUganda @JSCUganda @MNabulya @JuliusNkunda @kamusimebana

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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4 years

“Colleagues we urge you seek guidance in case you have not got what the Justices have directed. 1. The law requires that in addition to the affidavit of applicant /petitioner to withdraw a Petition the advocate must equally file an affidavit. This hadn't been done.”

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

The RDC Moroto District, Mr. Wapuwa William has encouraged participants to utilise the formal justice systems to solve the various challenges in place. He asked them to avoid mob justice.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

The Judicial service commission will convene to review the reports received of the arrest of Mr. Semwogerere Amaari Musa and welcomes information of an actionable nature on any Judicial officer.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

As part of our mandate to monitor the administration of justice in Uganda, today we are visiting the Industrial Court for evaluation.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

The Commission is mandated to receive feedback from the public regarding the conduct and performance of all Judiciary staff. Mr. Samuel Mugisa, Ag. Registrar Legal Education, Public Affairs and Research explaining the complaints mechanism to leaders in Nakapiripirit.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

This afternoon at High Court, we witness the swearing in of Mr. Jimmy Okello as a member of the Commission representing the Public.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

#UgandaAt61

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

We wish all everyone a happy #LabourDay We dedicate today to everyone whose work, time and dedication has seen justice prevail in our nation. #LabourDay2023

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Day 3 of the CBS PEWOSA exhibition at Ssaza grounds, Masaka District. Visitors to the JSC tent are receiving free copies of the Citizens' Handbook on Law and Administration of Justice in Uganda and other IEC materials.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

“We have made a strategic plan, we have industrial court working guidelines for the public to access.” Her Lordship Linda Lillian Tumusime Mugisha.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

4 years

As part of its roles to educate and distribute information to Judicial officers and the public about the law and the administration of justice, JSC undertakes the following programs and activities: A thread

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Mr. Jimmy Okello swears in for his new position as Member of the JSC to represent the public.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Here are some Tips on Hiring a Lawyer. a) Does the Lawyer seem interested in the case? b) Does the Lawyer seem pleasant and easy to communicate with? c) Do you feel comfortable with the lawyer? d) Does the Lawyer have any specialty in the type of case? 1/2

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1 year

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Please Note: Applicants who sat for the Competence Test for the position of Magistrate Grade one under JSC Advert No.2 of 2022, the shortlist for Oral interviews is out. Check the JSC website for more information.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

Statement on appointment of 35 Chief Magistrates

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Who appoints an executor or executrix of a will? a) The maker of the will appoints his or her executor or executrix in his or her will. b) The maker may appoint one or more executors or executrices to manage his or her will.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

9 months

Do you know how to deal with Children problems? How much do you know about children’s rights? Let’s discuss the legal machinery put in place by the Government to help solve family problems and the rights of children. 1/

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

He also appointed three Registrars; HW Flavia Nabakooza, HW Kaitesi Kisakye Mary and HW Bareebe Rosemary.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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1 year

Medical Practitioners, Social Workers, Teachers, Local councils at LC levels and all concerned parties are argued to report any matters which affects a child under their charge to responsible authorities. Share/Retweet.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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3 years

𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘢𝘪𝘭? Bail is aimed at protecting the accused’s right to personal liberty, detention/imprisonment before the accused has been found to have committed any offense.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

9 months

What happens when cases are referred from one office to another? There are several approaches to reporting a case with a Probation Officer. You can either start at the village level, parish or at the sub county level where there is a CDO who acts as the Probation Officer.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Interviews for Magistrate Grade One postponed

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6 years

Wishing you peace and joy this festive season. May you be surrounded by the things and people that you love. From the Secretary, Members and Staff of the @JSCUganda

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

We’ve talked about human rights, but do you know your Duties and responsibilities as a Ugandan citizen? Good morning, follow thread we here to share about this today.

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@JSCUganda

1 year

Correction about the date; 12th July 2023 not June as stated earlier.

Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

In a meeting held yesterday 12th June 2023, JSC appointed 5 Assistant Registrars in acting capacity, and 87 Magistrates Grade One on probation in the Judiciary Service. See lists below 👇🏿 1/2

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Note; An executor does not have power until issued with letters of probate by a competent court.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

We would like to congratulate you Dr. Rose Nassali Lukwago on your reappointment as Permanent Secretary/ Secretary Judicial Service Commission. Congratulations Doctor 👏🏿

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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6 years

Two day retreat for the development of justice delivery standards, for both criminal and civil justice, in partnership with @UNDPUganda and stakeholders from the @JLOSUganda sector

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

“What I learnt after visiting the industrial Court is that the challenges are not stopping you from performing their duties. We shall take back the report.” Commissioner Norah Matovu Muwanga

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

4 years

The Judiciary Pyramid showing the Hierarchy of Courts.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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3 years

Happy Resurrection Sunday

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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3 years

Civil Law is about cases where an individual, a company or even government does something wrong that causes you loss or injury for which you as a citizen can seek compensation. A thread #CivilLaw

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

By the end of this retreat, participants are expected to be able to; 1. Foster team building and cohesion, be able to participate freely and get to play with your friends and supervisors. 2. Should be able to show us the attributes of a good, efficient and effective officer.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

You’ve heard of the term Discretionary Bail? The constitution states that a person may apply for bail at any time. This is commonly known as discretionary bail. This means that at any time including first appearance in court, the accused can ask the court to be released on bail.

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6 years

Empowering women, changing lives

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b) A will may be altered by court where the maker of the will fails to provide for his or her beneficiaries such as the surviving spouse and children. c) Courts may alter a will only on grounds that provision has not been made for some of the children or surviving spouse(s).

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4 years

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6 years

Today, we join our colleagues and partners at the #2018JLOSreview aimed at improving access to justice and a people-centric sector efficiently fulfilling their mandates

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

On 17th November in a meeting, the Commission appointment 6 Deputy Registrars and 43 Grade One Magistrates. Mr. Ronald Sekagya, acting Secretary at JSC noted that this brings the total number of appointments during calendar year 2021 to 169 judicial officers at various levels.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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6 years

Enhancing access to justice for all

FHRI

@FHRI2

6 years

We are currently in Moroto with students from Nadungent Sec Sch. Our legal officer Nakabugo Nassim is taking the students through the court processes. @JudiciaryUG @JSCUganda @LSewanyana @PatienceNdinawe @Sekuuma

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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3 years

The Chief Justice is presiding over the swearing in ceremony of a Member of Judicial Service Commission, Mr. Badru Lubega Wagwa, representing members of the public on the Commission

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

The Judicial Service Commission, at their sitting on October 7, decided to promote His Worship Okumu Jude Muwone and His Worship Robert Mukanza to the rank of Chief Magistrates. The two have been serving as Grade One Magistrates.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Eid Mubarak to the Muslim community.

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Court Clerks and Judiciary drivers to work in uniforms, a decision made to ease staff identification in their respective courts and minimize the vice of corruption.

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1 year

A blessed day to our Muslim brothers and sisters

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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4 years

The Judicial Service Commission Regulations set out the offenses of indiscipline that a Judicial officer can be penalized for if he or she does all or any of the following; A Thread; #LawAndAdministrationOfJusticeUg

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

We to correct this, the vacancies are in Judiciary Service.

Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

2 years

Suitable and eligible citizens of Uganda are invited to apply for the following vacant posts available at Judicial Service Commission; see attached details 👇🏿 1/2

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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4 years

We are pleased to introduce to you this publication being the 4th edition of the Citizen's Handbook on Law and the administration of Justice in Uganda. #CitizensHandbook

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6 years

Public legal education is one of our mandates. Today, Judicial Service Commission is doing just that in Moroto District together with @FHRI2 and @freedomhouse

FHRI

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6 years

"If you have sexual intercourse with a child below 14 years. The law categorizes it as aggravated defilement and its is only tried by the high court not a magistrate." His Worship Imalingati Robert @LSewanyana @CharityKalebbo @PatienceNdinawe @JudiciaryUG @JSCUganda @JLOSUganda

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JSC today is holding a one day staff retreat at Kabira to discuss and have an opportunity to generate creative solutions for future goals.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Under way is; 1. Judicial Academy which is expected to be achieved in the next financial year 2024/25 2. Media Studio. This was delayed by COVID but was supposed to be achieved in 2021-2022 financial year. This’d help us reach 15 million people a year. 3. Public Legal education

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Your enjoyment of rights and freedoms should not in any way fail to allow others to enjoy their fundamental or other rights and freedoms. #HumanRightsLaw

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@JSCUganda

1 year

The Constitution mandates JSC to prepare and implement programmes for education and dissemination of information to the public about law and administration of justice. In pursuance of this mandate, local government officials in Nakapiripirit are being sensitised on various laws

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

The Commission today conducted a community sensitisation on citizen rights and obligations to the Batwa community of Nayakabanda Subcountry, Kisoro district.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

3 years

Qualified eligible citizens of Uganda are invited to apply for the following vacant posts in JSC; Judge of the Supreme Court of Uganda. High court Judge Senior Magistrate Grade 1 Deputy Registrar Assistant Registrar Chief Magistrate Senior Principal Magistrate Grade1 #Jobs 1/2

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

4 years

"I believe this handbook will provide an opportunity to our citizens and residents in a way that will help to strengthen the rule of law, the promotion of good governance and justice to be served in respect to their cases or complaints." Hon. Chief Justice #CitizensHandbook

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

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Probation cases can also be reported to this committee. The LC1 should have all the contact telephone numbers and know the location of all the members of the Protection Committee.

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

@JSCUganda

1 year

Persons who wish to get detailed information about any matter on succession, are advised to refer to the Succession Act, Cap. 162 and the Succession (Amendment) Act, No. 3 of 2022. ULRC

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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4 years

Types of Court and Their Roles. A thread. The Constitution of Uganda creates 3 courts. These are: 1. Supreme Court. 2. Court of Appeal (that doubles as the Constitutional Court) 3. High Court

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Judicial Service Commission Uganda

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'Local governments play a pertinent role in the administration of justice. They are stakeholders in ensuring that communities are empowered as they interact with the justice law and order agencies.' Lawrence Wadada CAO, Nakapiripirit District

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