The Criminal Justice Process in the Digital Era

Abstract

Technology is transforming the world of justice, making it necessary for judicial systems to adapt in order to respond to global changes. It is therefore essential to understand these shifts and adopt a forward-looking perspective so that the administration of justice can evolve in step with technological advancements. Technology may eventually replace almost every aspect of judicial operations, creating challenges in conducting justice entirely through digital systems. Consequently, the concept of “justice in the digital era” has become a crucial issue that reflects structural changes in both the legal system and society.

Digital technology now plays a vital role in the administration of justice at all levels ranging from access to legal information and the conduct of proceedings through electronic systems, to the use of artificial intelligence in case analysis. These transformations enhance efficiency, transparency, and public access to rights.

Accordingly, the purpose of this article is to analyze approaches for judicial adaptation, drawing on international contexts in which digital technologies are integrated into adjudication and judicial administration. The aim is to apply these lessons to Thailand’s justice system, with an emphasis on striking a balance between efficiency, transparency, and the protection of citizens’ rights, while keeping pace with technological change.