To align with international standards, RAK Courts evolved into a three-tier system comprising the Court of First Instance, Court of Appeal and the Court of Cassation - the highest judicial authority established in 2006. The introduction of advanced forensic methods, including DNA testing in the 1990s, further positioned RAK Courts as a pioneer in judicial practice.
“Equality of justice is essential to the preservation of public safety, helping to create a platform for people to reach their potential.
When people feel secure, they have the freedom to be more creative, productive, and committed to solving societal challenges.”
From oral judgements to digital justice, we have kept our roots while innovating through modern judicial standards.
Initially established with Sharia courts relying on oral judgments, Ras Al Khaimah introduced printed judicial rulings for the first time in 1965. The Emirate launched its first civil court system in 1971, significantly expanding judicial administration and reinforcing the independence and impartiality of judges.
Electronic registration of civil lawsuits
Enables advocates and legal representatives to file lawsuits remotely, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
Smartphone-based family counselling services
Improves convenience and accessibility to judicial procedures.
Digital access to Cassation Court principles
Ensures transparency and availability of judicial decisions.
Expert Management Office
The Expert Management Office swiftly assigns global specialists, speeding reports, aiding judges, streamlining evidence and delivering faster justice.Expert Management Office
The Expert Management Office provides specialised knowledge swiftly and effectively for complex cases. By appointing experts from diverse international backgrounds, courts expedite expert reports essential for trials. Judges quickly assign the appropriate expert to each case, allowing evidence evaluation to proceed efficiently and resulting in faster resolutions. This approach significantly reduces delays and delivers timely justice.
One-Day Court
One-Day Court finalizes any civil/commercial case in hours with full e-filing to verdict, issuing same-day enforceable judgments.One-Day Court
The One-Day Court handles civil and commercial cases of any value within a single day. Utilising fully digital case management, all stages - from document filing to hearing arguments - occur seamlessly within hours. A final, immediately enforceable verdict is issued the same day, greatly reducing waiting periods and swiftly delivering justice to individuals and businesses alike.
One-Session Court
One-Session Court decides mid-value civil/commercial cases in the first hearing, cutting delays and easing court workload.One-Session Court
The One-Session Court resolves medium-sized civil and commercial disputes in a single hearing. After filing and preparation, the court issues its judgment during the initial session, eliminating prolonged delays from multiple hearings. By finalising disputes quickly, this system saves time, reduces effort and lessens the court’s overall workload.
Electronic Execution Officer
Electronic Execution Officers enforce judgments on-site with connected devices and instant approvals for faster, transparent results.Electronic Execution Officer
The Electronic Execution Officer initiative employs digital technology to execute court judgments transparently. Execution officers carry connected devices and portable printers to generate official documents and obtain instant judicial approvals on-site. This real-time capability ensures faster enforcement of court decisions, providing clear, immediate results to concerned parties.
Phone Summons
Official court summons by phone deliver instant updates on hearings and actions, cutting notice times from days to minutes.Phone Summons
Official court summons are now delivered directly by phone, providing immediate communication. Information about hearing dates, decisions, or required actions reaches involved parties instantly. This rapid notification system ensures no one misses critical updates, significantly cutting notification time from days to minutes and avoiding unnecessary delays.
Future Notary Public (mobile e-kit)
The Future Notary Public service brings notary services directly to citizens and residents.Future Notary Public (mobile e-kit)
The Future Notary Public service brings notary services directly to citizens and residents. RAK Courts prioritizes organisational structure through continuous improvement and the adoption of advanced technologies
RAK Courts organisational structure defines roles, responsibilities, and accountability. This governance structure ensures consistency, impartiality and high judicial performance standards.
