Chief Registrar of the Judiciary (CRJ), Winfridah Mokaya, has flagged off 20 new vehicles in a move aimed at improving access to justice across the country.
The vehicles will be distributed to various court stations and used to support mobile courts, especially in areas with limited access to judicial services.
“These vehicles represent more than just a means of transport; they are essential enablers of justice for Wanjiku,” said CRJ Mokaya.
She stressed the importance of responsible use and maintenance, calling on all court stations to ensure the vehicles are used appropriately and in line with government regulations.
"It is vital that we treat these vehicles as valuable assets. I urge all the court stations to ensure they are used for the intended purpose and operated in strict adherence to government regulations," Mokaya said.
Mokaya acknowledged the ongoing financial challenges but stated that the Judiciary remains committed to reaching more Kenyans with legal services, regardless of their location or income level.
"Despite financial constraints, we remain focused on overcoming barriers that hinder access to justice, including geographical and economic obstacles," she added.
She noted that many Kenyans, especially in remote or underserved regions, still face difficulties accessing court services due to long travel distances or financial hardship.
The deployment of the 20 vehicles is meant to directly address those challenges by enabling courts to move closer to the people, particularly through mobile court sessions.
Mokaya also reiterated that improving physical access is only one part of the broader strategy to strengthen the Judiciary’s ability to serve the public.
She urged judicial staff to uphold accountability and transparency in the use of public resources, including the newly acquired vehicles.
The Judiciary has, in recent years, prioritised decentralisation and mobile court services to reduce case backlog and bring justice services closer to marginalised communities.
With the addition of these vehicles, court stations are expected to increase efficiency and reduce delays in service delivery, especially in areas where infrastructure is poor or travel is difficult.
