The Law Society has responded to the Online Procedure Rule Committee's (OPRC) public engagement document on the digital justice system.
The OPRC aims to improve access to justice by utilizing modern digital technology in the pre-action space, civil and family courts, and tribunals.
The draft inclusion framework sets out design principles and standards to ensure all users can access and engage with digital justice services, particularly those at risk of exclusion.
The OPRC was established to make rules governing the practice and procedure for specific types of online court and tribunal proceedings.
Author's summary: OPRC consultation on digital justice system.