Government of Jamaica
Victim Services Division expands operations with e-counselling service
The Justice Ministry’s Victim Services Division (VSD) has expanded its operations by adding e-counselling to its service offerings, as the need to maintain social distancing increases due to the outbreak of COVID-19.
Court support available for child victims
The Ministry of Justice’s Victim Services Division (VSD) is reminding the public that support is available for child victims who are to appear in Court.
Rev. Osbourne Bailey, Director, VSD gave the reminder during a Virtual Town Hall Meeting on children and the justice system held at the Ministry on Wednesday, July 8.
Public Notice
The Legal Aid Council (LAC) is requesting that the family members of the following mentally ill detainees make contact with them:
Two more mentally III detainees to be freed in July
The Ministry of Justice’s Legal Aid Council (LAC) is providing legal representation for two additional mentally ill detainees who are set to be released in July.
St James Parish Court Undergoing $43M Renovation
The Ministry of Justice is now spearheading renovation work at the St James Parish Court, to the tune of $43 million.
The scope of work includes tiling and painting, as well as plumbing and electrical installations. Additionally, a ramp will be erected to allow for wheelchair access for the elderly and infirm.
Time to Come Clean
Photo Caption - Justice Minister Delroy Chuck greets US Ambassador Donald Tapia at Justices of the Peace Sensitization session for St. James. Also in attendance were (left) Executive Director NIA Professor Trevor Munroe and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Justice Sancia Bennett-Templar. The session was held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre on Friday December 6.
Justice Minister Urges Criminals to Give Evidence against Gang Members
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