The Marriage and Divorce Bill
The Marriage and Divorce Bill 2009 is an important legislative initiative in Uganda, aimed at consolidating all laws related to marriage celebration and dissolution, except for the Marriage of Mohammedans Act. The Bill seeks to uphold constitutional guarantees concerning marriage, incorporate international best practices, and address practical innovations related to property, consortium, and marital disputes.
Simplification of the Mortgage Act
The Simplification of the Mortgage Act project involved the Uganda Law Reform Commission's efforts to streamline and clarify the provisions of the Mortgage Act 2009. The primary objective was to make the Act more easily understandable for various end-users, including banks, financial institutions, legal practitioners, and the public.
Enhancing Public Awareness of Uganda Law Reform Commission
The Uganda Law Reform Commission, in collaboration with the Justice Law and Order Sector (JLOS), successfully implemented a project aimed at creating awareness about the Commission's role, functions, and operations. Through the distribution of law reform publications and flyers and the organization of public dialogues and radio programs, the initiative sought to empower stakeholders with legal information and engage the public in the law-making process.
Guidelines for use of Informal Justice Systems in Administration of Justice
The Uganda Law Reform Commission, in collaboration with the Justice Law and Order Sector (JLOS), has developed draft guidelines to implement Informal Justice Systems (IJS) in the Administration of Justice in Uganda. The purpose of these guidelines is to establish a clear framework for informal justice, elucidate the connections between informal and formal justice systems, define coordination structures, and outline processes for referrals and appeals.
Manual for the adjudication of Traditional Justice in Uganda
The Manual for the Adjudication of Traditional Justice in Uganda is a significant project undertaken by the Uganda Law Reform Commission (ULRC) in collaboration with the Justice Law and Order Sector (JLOS). The manual aims to provide comprehensive operational guidelines for the use of Traditional Justice Mechanisms (TJMs) and Informal Justice Systems (IJS) in the context of Transitional Justice Law.
Translation of the FGM act into NΓÇÖgakarimojong and Kupsabiny
The Uganda Law Reform Commission successfully undertook the translation of the Female Genital Mutilation Act into the local languages of NΓÇÖgakarimojong and Kupsabiny, as requested by the Centre for Domestic Violence Prevention (CEDOVIP). The primary aim of this translation project was to create awareness about the criminal offense of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and inform duty bearers and individuals most at risk of undergoing FGM about available protective measures.
Simplification of the Domestic Violence act for Duty Bearers
The Uganda Law Reform Commission has successfully completed a comprehensive legal project aimed at improving the identification, charging, and prosecution of domestic violence cases. This project involved the preparation of a Step-by-Step Guide, intended for use by duty bearers and various actors involved in addressing domestic violence.
Review of the distress for Rent (BAILIFFS) ACT, CAP. 76
The Distress for Rent (Bailiffs) Act, Cap. 76, which originated from the Distress for Rent (Bailiffs) Ordinance of 1956, is a legal remedy used by landlords to recover unpaid or due rent from tenants. With the passage of time and changes in socio-economic circumstances, the Uganda Law Reform Commission recognized the need to review the Act to address existing gaps, challenges in implementation, and ensure its alignment with later enactments affecting the landlord-tenant relationship.
Review of Bail in the Criminal Justice System
The Uganda Law Reform Commission conducted a comprehensive study to examine the bail system within the criminal justice framework. The primary objective of this project was to ensure the full realization of the right to bail and provide certainty, clarity, and predictability for individuals involved in legal conflicts. Recognizing that bail plays a crucial role in upholding the fundamental tenet of presumption of innocence, the study aimed to address the current uncertainties and inconsistencies
Review of Legislation to Regulate Defective Products
The Uganda Law Reform Commission conducted an extensive study on product liability with the primary aim of evaluating the existing legal framework concerning compensation for victims of injuries or damages caused by defective or unsafe products. The study highlighted significant shortcomings in the current laws, emphasizing the need for improved consumer protection and stricter liability for manufacturers, producers, and suppliers of goods.
Review of the provisions of the Law Relating to Homicides and Sentencing in Criminal Offences
The Uganda Law Reform Commission, at the request of the Chief Justice, conducted a comprehensive review of the existing legal framework concerning homicides and sentencing in criminal offenses. The primary objective of this review was to address disparities in sentencing related to homicides and capital offenses, as well as to incorporate various Supreme Court decisions on these matters into legislation.
Review and Repeal of the Explosives ACT, CAP. 298
The Uganda Law Reform Commission embarked on a comprehensive study to review the Explosives Act, Cap. 298, enacted in 1936, with the aim of updating the existing legislation to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the regulation of explosives in Uganda. The Act currently governs the manufacture, storage, sale, transportation, importation, exportation, and use of explosives in the country, excluding explosives used by the Uganda PeopleΓÇÖs Defense Forces (UPDF)