Judiciary unveils mobile app to ease access to court services
Case mapping feature also allows litigants to link new documents to an existing file for easier tracking and reference.
The Judiciary has unveiled a new mobile app aimed at making court services more accessible to Kenyans. The e-Judiciary app allows users to track cases, file claims, verify court documents, and access virtual court sessions directly from their phones.
The app brings together the Case Tracking System (CTS) and E-Filing services into one platform and features seven main tools. These include access to case information, cause lists and court links, probate matters, payment status checks, court document verification, case filing, and request for case mapping.
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“This app allows real-time case tracking without visiting the court registry,” reads part of the statement. “It eliminates long queues, unnecessary calls, and the need to travel for simple court services.”
The app can also be used to check the status of succession cases filed in any court station and to access scheduled court hearings and virtual court links. This is expected to reduce congestion at court premises and ease communication for litigants and advocates.
Advocates and law firms can now file cases to the Small Claims Court through the app, helping lower the cost of accessing justice. “It minimises financial barriers and makes it easier for anyone to initiate and complete the filing process,” the Judiciary says.
The feature also lets users verify the authenticity of court orders, rulings, and judgments.
“This builds public confidence and ensures that fake court documents are eliminated,” the statement notes.
It is also useful for police and prison officers who need to verify orders before releasing individuals.
The app lets users check payment status and download receipts, helping prevent the use of fake invoices. Judges, magistrates, and litigants can continue accessing services without delays caused by payment disputes.
A case mapping feature also allows litigants to link new documents to an existing file for easier tracking and reference.
The Judiciary expressed gratitude to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of the Netherlands for supporting the development of the app. “This is part of our mission for social transformation through access to justice using technology,” the Judiciary said.
The app is available on Google Play for Android users and on the App Store for Apple users.
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