Deploying ICT in Plea Bargaining under Administration of Criminal Justice in Nigeria
Abstract
In the recent, trends shows that courts in developed countries are fast embracing what Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to the Criminal Justice System (CJS) offer for efficient and effective justice. This article seeks to highlight the facilities offered by ICT in Nigeria to achieve an efficient, effective and prompt Criminal Justice System (CJS) and simultaneously discuss some ethical considerations needful while aspiring to adopt an ICT-driven CJS. There is no doubt in the advantage(s) of adopting ICT facilities to serve as catalyst of Criminal Justice dispensation. But while it is recognized as a veritable tool for efficiency and effective ICT justice system; it requires adequate regulation in order to prevent its abuse which may result in grave injustice. The paper having considered the advantages and highlighted the ethical issues on the assessment of ICT on the administration of criminal justice in Nigeria, the study suggested some needful steps to mitigate its potentiality for progress and to avoid abuse of Criminal Justice Administration.
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