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Supporting the Constitutional Court of Georgia to further improve its Case Management System during COVID -19 crisis

With the support of the European Union and the Council of Europe, the Constitutional Court of Georgia continues to offer improved electronic litigation, allowing court users to navigate more easily and get all relevant case-related information. This initiative will refine communication between the court and the public, eliminating technical gaps and reflecting actual needs in online modules of the case management system, in line with the new regulations of the Constitutional Court. This is a key aspect for the stability of and public trust in the electronic litigation performed by the Court, particularly in times of the COVID-19 crisis when e-solutions can be the only way to ensure access to justice.

‘It can be said without exaggeration that this is a substantial project, which significantly simplifies the process of litigation by the Constitutional court for both parties, the applicants and the court itself. On the other hand, the updated database of judicial acts will promote awareness on constitutional practice among legal professionals and the general public”, said Zaza Tavadze, President of the Constitutional Court of Georgia.

The Constitutional court introduced the online case management system to the public in January 2020 with the support of the European Union project EU4Justice. The system gives court users access to case materials and online communication with the court.

The activity is supported by the EU/CoE join project “Enhancing the accountability and the efficiency of the judicial system and the professionalism of lawyers in Georgia” within the framework of Partnership for Good Governance programme.

Batumi, Georgia 18 May 2020
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To enhance the efficiency, effectiveness and transparency of the court system in Georgia by supporting improved legislative safeguards, strengthened case management procedures, enhanced management practices and training capacities within the court system and at the Georgian Bar Association. 

  • Through the provision of legal expertise, networking opportunities and exchange of best practices with the Council of Europe consultative bodies and its member States;
  • Through the application of CEPEJ tools, recommendations, methodology and practical advice to improve the efficiency and quality of the Georgian justice system;
  • In close co-operation with the national authorities, civil society organisations, academia and partner international organisations;
  • By building the ownership through the institutionalisation of the changes promoted.
  • Building on the results of co-operation in the field of justice under PGG Phase I (2015-2018)

What do we expect to achieve? - professionalism of lawyers

  • The legislation on judicial appointment, evaluation, promotion and accountability is revised and applied in line with the European standards;
  • The timeliness and quality of court services are increased thanks to application of CEPEJ tools by courts and enhanced training of judges and staff;
  • Court users benefit from more accountable, transparent and efficient functioning of the court system;
  • Constitutional Court operates more efficiently;
  • Georgian Bar Association is better equipped to provide quality professional adaptation programme and continuous legal education for its members.
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Project runs from 1 November 2019 until 1 March 2023
  • The total budget is EUR 1,220,000.
  • 80% is funded by the European Union and 20% by the Council of Europe. The project is implemented by the Council of Europe.

The project is implemented by the Council of Europe’s Legal Cooperation Division of the Justice and Legal Cooperation Department, Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law together with the Council of Europe Office in Georgia.

Project Officer
Ushangi BAKHTADZE