Smart court : the court of the future / Zheng Sophia Tang, Wuhan University Institute of International Law.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Tang, Zheng Sophia, Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Courts--Technological innovations.

Courts.

Justice, Administration of--Technological innovations.

Justice, Administration of.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (viii, 242 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Cambridge, United Kingdom ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2025.

Summary:

Smart Court delves into the digital transformation of courts, examining key aspects such as e-filing, e-service, e-evidence, e-judgment, and AI judges. It provides a comprehensive analysis of global practices and emerging technologies, offering valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by this shift. With a focus on practical applications and future trends, this book equips readers with the knowledge to navigate and shape the evolving legal landscape. Spanning both technical details and the broader implications for justice, Smart Court is an essential guide is for legal professionals, scholars, and policymakers eager to understand how technology is transforming justice systems worldwide.

Contents:

Cover

Half-title

Title page

Imprints page

Table of Contents

Preface

1 Technology and the Justice System: An Introduction

1.1 Overview of Technology's Role in the Justice System

1.2 The Concept: What Is a Smart Court?

1.3 The Components of Smart Courts

1.4 Development of Smart Courts

1.5 Conclusion

2 Electronic Filing and Case Management

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Identification

2.3 Unrepresented Litigants

2.4 Initial Review

2.5 Integrating E-filing with Case Management

2.6 E-filing: Mandatory or Optional?

2.7 Conclusion

3 Smart Service of Process

3.1 Smart Service of Process

3.2 Prerequisites to Electronic Service

3.3 The Requirements of E-service

3.4 When Is E-service Effective?

3.5 Service by Purpose-designed E-court Platform

3.6 Future Service of Process Empowered by Emerging Technologies

3.7 Conclusion

4 Digital Evidence

4.1 Introduction to Digital Evidence

4.2 Definition and Characteristics of Digital Evidence

4.3 Admissibility of Digital Evidence in Smart Courts

4.4 Submission of Digital Evidence

4.5 Conclusion

5 Virtual Hearing

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Categorization of Virtual Hearings

5.3 Initiating Virtual Hearings

5.4 Conducting Virtual Hearings

5.5 Virtual Hearing and Judicial Rituals

5.6 The Future of Virtual Hearings

6 Automated Decision-making

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Classification of Automated Decision-making Systems

6.3 Rigidity in Automated Decision-making: Rule versus Discretion

6.4 Transparency in Automated Decision-making

6.5 Fairness and Impartiality

6.6 Accountability

6.7 Societal Acceptance of AI in Court

6.8 Conclusion

7 Digital Judgments and Enforcement

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Digital Judgments and Deformalization

7.3 Entry into Effect of Electronic Judgments.

7.4 Enforcement of Electronic Judgments

7.5 Smart Enforcement

7.6 Conclusion

8 Smart Courts and Transnational Access to Justice

8.1 Transnational Access to Justice: An Introduction

8.2 Jurisdictional Complexities

8.3 Applicable Law Complexities

8.4 Special Procedural Complexities

8.5 Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments Abroad

8.6 Conclusion

9 Three Pillars of a Smart Justice System: Inclusivity, Transparency and Judicial Independence

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Inclusivity

9.3 Transparency

9.4 Judicial Independence

9.5 Conclusion

10 Digital Justice of the Future: A Conclusion

10.1 Opportunities Provided by Smart Courts

10.2 Challenges of Smart Courts

10.3 Institutional Structure of Smart Courts in the Judicial System

10.4 Implementation Strategies for Different Countries

10.5 Conclusion

Index.

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 15 Sep 2025).

ISBN:

1-009-31921-3

1-009-31926-4

1-009-31923-X