The decision to require Ghana Cards for obtaining court documents has been reversed by the Office of the Judicial Secretary.
Originally conveyed in a circular purportedly issued by Justice Cyra Pamela C.A Koranteng on January 31, 2024, individuals were instructed to present their Ghana Cards for identification purposes when seeking judgments.
However, in a letter addressed to Court Registrars dated Thursday, February 29, Justice Cyra Pamela clarified that the earlier circular was not authorized by her.
She stated, “I write with reference to a circular issued in the name of the Judicial Secretary, on 31st January 2024 on the subject of proving one’s identity by producing a Ghana card to obtain Judgements. Kindly note that this circular was not authorized by the Judicial Secretary, consequently, it is hereby withdrawn with immediate effect.”
The Office of the Judicial Secretary has pledged to provide guidelines to prevent fraudulent activities and has urged Court Registrars to comply promptly with forthcoming directives. “Expect further instructions on measures to prevent misuse of court orders by fraudulent individuals. Your immediate compliance is requested.”
