Some of you might have noticed that HEM has lost citizenship recently, and with that we find ourselves in need of a new Appellate Justice. While I have to nominate someone to replace him, I would first like to hear the opinion of the Assembly regarding the need for an Appellate Court in the first place. Personally, I believe it unlikely to be ever used, and could potentially prevent us from having some capable people in the Cabinet. I have been considering the possibility of abolishing the Appellate Court altogether, but obviously would like to know what the rest of the region thinks. If the sentiment is that an Appellate Court is in fact needed, then I'll be happy to nominate someone.

I would have no issues with abolishing it. Sometimes it's important to remember that this is a small community and institutions that are important IRL are unnecessary.

What I would like to do is eliminate Article 5 of the Charter, but transfer the responsibilities of the Appellate Court regarding administrative appeals to the High Court. How does that sound?

(09-01-2014, 07:23 PM)Kris Kringle Wrote: What I would like to do is eliminate Article 5 of the Charter, but transfer the responsibilities of the Appellate Court regarding administrative appeals to the High Court. How does that sound?

That sounds reasonable according to both your and Belshaft's points

Personally, I believe we should keep the Appellate Court as is. Granted, it may never get used, but there is always the possibility it will.

I can't remember a single case of us needing the Appellate Court, or even the full Supreme Court back then we had that, during the last year and a half. Do we really need it?

What if we do? What if someone wants to file a non-administrative appeal? What then?

I would love to hear an idea on how to address that issue. I just don't believe that having a full-time justice is the solution.

What about having someone appointed by the assembly as the need arises. Perhaps to avoid a prolonged debate it goes to vote automatically within 3 days of the appeal being applied. If no candidate is nominated the assembly will vote on a nomination by the delegate. Voting would be simple First Pass the Post (or if we want, ranked) to avoid nasty revotes.

Any other duties would be merged into the current court.

Overall I like that idea. I think it has its merits.