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International Principles on the Independence and Accountability of Judges, Lawyers and Prosecutors

This practitioner's guide provides insight on the use of international principles on the independence and accountability of judges, lawyers, and prosecutors. The guide presents the text of all relevant international standards on the topic, and is intended to help national decision-makers develop policies on the administration of justice and assist in the evaluation of a country's judicial system.

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Keywords  Judiciary/Judicial,  Judicial Independence,  Judiciary Selection and Removal,  Judicial Tenure,  Status of International Law,  International Norms,  Rights/Protection/Freedoms,  Civil and Political Rights,  Freedom of Expression,  Freedom of Association,  Issue/Option Paper