The USAID Rule of Law Program supported a workshop for the Constitutional Court of Georgia that enabled Constitutional Court judges and staff members to discuss important subjects related to existing case scheduling practices and practical challenges.

Brainstorming sessions were facilitated to generate solutions for improved efficiency, as well as to discuss the recommendations prepared by USAID Rule of Law Program expert Professor Radoslav Prochazka in 2022.

The important points discussed included revising the Court’s practices regarding the admissibility of lawsuits and the standards for evaluating the constitutionality of repealed norms, addressing issues that hinder the efficacy of the Court’s proceedings, and identifying practical solutions.

The workshop also emphasized the importance of effective communication by the Constitutional Court and approaches it can use to disseminate information to external observers that will ensure clarity and conciseness.

Eight Judges of the Constitutional Court, including Court Chair Merab Turava, participated in the workshop, along with the clerks of the court, the legal department team, and representatives from other Constitutional Court departments.

The workshop served as a platform for exchanging knowledge and experiences, fostering collaboration among key stakeholders, and laying the groundwork for improved practices within the Constitutional Court system.