Critics of the criminal justice system, however,point out that public defenders are often overworked and underpaid.

VOA: special.2009.08.31

Some people say the case should have been handled in the military justice system.

VOA: special.2010.01.09

Reactions to the news were swift, with some opposition politicians praising the justice system for having done its work.

VOA: standard.2009.10.30

The government has called for improving the justice system, addressing abuses by all sides, and boosting the economy of the impoverished region to bring peace.

VOA: standard.2009.08.31

"The fate of Nkunda therefore has both legal and political connotations, both for the justice system and for the political questions posed in eastern Congo.

VOA: standard.2009.04.18

The U.S.has to help Mexico develop its police force, justice system,and courts.

VOA: standard.2010.07.20

I think this is just part of the justice system following procedures."

VOA: standard.2009.10.30

"Exclusion is at the end of a complicated chain that often begins with poverty and the lack of education, involves the criminal justice system, the penal institution and often ends in isolation, bitterness and disfranchisement."

VOA: standard.2010.03.25

The deal is not final yet, but it calls for an Islamic system of justice for the area.

VOA: special.2009.02.21

"He said in his speech that there can be no reconciliation with justice unless, the credibility of the judicial system is not reestablished."

VOA: standard.2010.06.30

"It is about time that we bring these criminals to justice, and your decision shows the world that this country stands firmly behind its legal system and the Constitution."

VOA: standard.2009.11.25