The NEWS (Monrovia)
C. Emmanuel Johnson
17 October 2008
Monrovia — A United States trained criminal justice expert William Barnes has called for more reforms within the judiciary and law enforcement agencies.
He said the government should institute needed reforms to enhance the justice system in Liberia.
Speaking to reporters recently, Mr. Barnes, a member of the American National Criminal Justice Honor Society (ANCJHS) said although there were trained law enforcement officers, but they lacked the requisite education which is cardinal to law enforcement.
He said the continuous training and education of these officers would consolidate peace building and the rule of law in Liberia.
As part of the reform, Mr. Barnes also called for the construction of more correction facilities around the country.
He said that there should be more of such facilities so that those convicted of crimes would have the opportunity to be trained and become productive citizens after serving their jail sentences.
Mr. Barnes, also a founder of the Independent Liberian War Crimes Court Campaign intimated that although the time is yet to come for the establishment of the court, but wants people to be liable for their actions during the conflict in Liberia.
He said if this is done, it would set precedence and serve as deterrent for would-be financiers of war.
Mr. Barnes also met with senior members of UNMIL's Human Rights section where he presented a research paper titled: "Education and Human Rights in Liberia Peace Building Process."
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