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Access to Justice

Open legal data and the promise of access to justice

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Public access to legal information is a foundation, not a luxury. We consider how open judgements and well-structured legal data can help people understand the law and participate more meaningfully in the justice system.

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Making the law legible

Publishing legal material is a starting point. Searchability, accessible formats and clear context determine whether it can actually be used.

Public interest

Open access should be accompanied by thoughtful privacy safeguards.

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