A mobile court is scheduled to try at least 50 criminal cases, with the majority involving serious offenses such as murder, abduction, and forced marriages, Leer County of Unity State.
This is the first time in over a decade investigators and prosecutors are moving forward with criminal cases in the area, marking a critical step towards restoration of justice in the southern part of Unity State.
UNMISS Rule of Law Officer Natalie Mazur told Radio Tamazuj that the formal justice system in the area has been non-operational since 2013, following years of conflict and instability.
“50 cases of criminals have been waiting for justice in Leer County for 11 years since 2013,” she said. “A mobile court is scheduled for deployment in Leer County from Tuesday, 15 April to 9 May, with two High Court judges presiding over the cases.”
Meanwhile, Simon Wal, the resident of Leer Town, said that the presence of justice and accountability can reduce crime.
“I am so happy indeed for the coming of the mobile court to us next week on Tuesday, according to what I have heard from UNMISS,” he stated.
Only three counties of Guit, Panyinjar, and Mayiandit have not had a mobile court.