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7 - Digital Judgments and Enforcement

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  05 September 2025

Zheng Sophia Tang
Affiliation:
Wuhan University and Newcastle University
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Chapter 7 studies the digitalization of judgments and the enforcement process, emphasizing the transformative potential of technology in the judicial system. It addresses the formal requirements of digital judgments, such as writing, signatures and seals, and applies the functional equivalent approach to ensure their validity. The chapter examines the complexities of defining “original” and “copy” in the digital context and the entry into effect of electronic judgments. It also delves into the role of technology in enhancing enforcement processes, including asset discovery, execution and the use of smart contracts and AI to automate and streamline enforcement actions. The chapter highlights the benefits of digital judgments and smart enforcement, such as improved efficiency, transparency and accountability, while also acknowledging the challenges, including robust security measures, legal and technical expertise and the protection of privacy and data integrity. Looking to the future, the integration of advanced technologies promises to revolutionize judgment enforcement, but a balanced approach is crucial to achieving a fair, efficient and transparent judicial system.

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The Court of the Future
, pp. 136 - 157
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2025

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