The Contribution of Digital Transformation to the Development of the Judicial Procedural System

Abstract

Many facets of political, social, and economic life are rapidly changing due to digitalization. Due to the enormous technological potential and capabilities of digital transformation technologies, which have directly affected public and private facilities and their management practices, legal systems worldwide are rushing to take advantage of them. This change has had a major impact on the legal profession in general and the judicial profession in particular. Especially in the post-COVID-19 era, the court system has benefited from various digital transformation technologies in numerous pre-trial and trial-related processes. Electronic archiving, e-courts, predictive justice, the use of artificial intelligence for legal data collection and analysis, remote hearings, judicial notifications, and many other procedural aspects have significantly reduced time and administrative complexity. These models and applications facilitate the quick preparation of cases for judgment and expedite the delivery of justice in a balanced manner, ensuring full guarantees that meet all fair trial requirements and achieve effective justice through the use of advanced technologies. The concept of digital transformation and its integration into the legal system—often referred to as digital justice—is examined in this study. It explores its primary applications, their impact on trial processes, how well legal and constitutional requirements are met, and the major obstacles to this change. The research focuses on comparative judicial system experiences worldwide, with particular emphasis on France, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.