The Justice Sector and Digital Transformation A study in the light of Algerian legislation

Abstract

Some countries have begun to introduce modern technological means into the justice system, as part of what is known as e-government. The digitization of justice has become the most visible manifestation of the evolution of judicial work. This strategy has spread to the rest of the world, and countries' progress is now measured by the extent to which digitization is widespread throughout their institutions. However, the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic were an unprecedented turning point in the justice sector. Digitization has become an unavoidable option that must be applied to all judicial bodies. All countries have rushed to find modern mechanisms for delivering judicial services, with the aim of ensuring the efficiency and transparency of justice. Several laws have been enacted to keep pace with this evolution. Algeria is one of a number of countries to have adopted legislation aimed at making the transition from traditional trials to electronic trials. However, this digital transformation, while potentially revolutionizing justice, can be both positive and dangerous, particularly in view of the emergence of artificial intelligence technologies