PUBLICATIONS
As part of its functions and roles, the Commission, is mandated to prepare and produce various report reports for various purposes.
Position Papers
Our position papers provide a profound exploration of legal principles, presenting well-considered stances on pivotal legal reforms. These documents are instrumental for policymakers, offering clear, actionable recommendations backed by thorough research and legal acumen. A Position Paper provides the status of a piece law, whether its outdated or not. Position Paper can trigger a review, depending on the status of the law concerned.
Discussion Papers
Discussion papers are documents which attempt to examine current opinion and evidence on a specific subject. It should provide balanced information on a particular topic. They serve as a catalyst for legal debate and reform. These papers present emerging issues, propose novel solutions, and invite feedback from a broad spectrum of legal professionals and the public to shape future legislation. Discussions papers may include recommendations on what position the Commission should take. Discussion papers may originate from various sources, as well as collective working group opinions. In most cases, discussions papers trigger the CLRC law review process on Terms of References.
Issues Papers
Issues Paper establishes issues that the Commission’s intend to consider relating to the review of certain laws through the Terms of Reference law reform process. Issues papers provide a comprehensive analysis of current laws and suggest areas ripe for reform, encouraging a collaborative approach to law-making. As a significant component of the Terms of Reference issued by the Minister for Justice, Issues Paper are drafted and published by the Commission following the formation of a committee.
Reports
Our reports are the culmination of extensive research and analysis, providing in-depth insights into the law reform process. They document the journey from conception to recommendation, reflecting the rigorous academic and empirical methodologies employed. A report is a specific form of writing that is organized around concisely identifying and examining issues, events, or findings that have happened in a physical sense, such as events that have occurred within an organization, or findings from a research investigation. The key to report writing is informing the reader simply and objectively about all relevant issues.
Monographs
Explore specialized topics in law with our monographs, which offer detailed examinations of niche legal areas. Authored by experts, these works contribute significantly to the academic and practical understanding of specific legal phenomena. Our Monograph is a compilation of various works on research or literature put together on a specific subject. It is primarily written by experts in a particular field of study.
Occasional Papers
Our occasional papers address timely legal topics, providing expert perspectives on pressing issues. These publications are perfect for those seeking to stay informed about the latest developments and thoughts in the legal sphere. Our Occasional paper is an essay or report on a specific issue relating to any Terms of Reference issued by the Minister for Justice or Head of State acting on advice from the Prime Minister at any one time, and at another time someone else writes on the same issue. Occasional Paper may be based on work carried out by individuals such as researchers, or on contributions prepared by external experts, and on collective research projects or other activities organized by the office.
Corporate Publications
Annual Reports
Gain insights into our yearly progress with our annual reports, which transparently outline our achievements, challenges, and future directions. These reports reflect our commitment to accountability and continuous improvement in law reform.
Corporate Plans
Charting the course for our agency, our corporate plans lay out strategic objectives and initiatives. These plans are designed to steer our efforts in reviewing, researching, and recommending improvements to the legal framework.