Abstract

• The right to a fair trial is a basic human right and essential for the prevention of the abuse of all other human rights. It is an essential safeguard of a just society and guarantee of the rule of law. Without fair trials, victims can have no confidence that justice will be done and then trust in government and the rule of law collapses. Every person has the rights to a fair trial both in civil and criminal cases and the effective protection of all human rights depends on competent, independent and impartial courts established by law and then the professions of prosecutors and lawyers each of whom in his own field of competence. And then, judges are required to maintain and enhance their legal knowledge, skills and personal qualities necessary for the proper performance of judicial duties. Judicial system shall have the principles of justice, liberty, equality and transparency. Therefore, fair trial is the only way to prevent miscarriages of justice and is an essential part of a just society.