Expanding the Rule of Law: Judicial Reform in Central Europe & Latin America

Authors

Peter J. Messitte, United States District Court for the District of Maryland

Publication Title

Washington University Global Studies Law Review

Abstract

These remarks explore areas of judicial reform in Europe and Latin America. Particular attention is given to constitutional revisions, the establishment of courts, judicial career laws, trial transparency, and reformed codes of ethics. Despite several shortcomings, this paper optimistically highlights the progress of judicial reform in many countries.

Recommended Citation

Peter J. Messitte, Expanding the Rule of Law: Judicial Reform in Central Europe & Latin America, 4 Wash. U. Global Stud. L. Rev. 617 (2005),
https://openscholarship.wustl.edu/law_globalstudies/vol4/iss3/10