VICTIM-CENTRIC CRIMINAL JUSTICE: A DOCTRINAL ANALYSIS OF LEGISLATIVE AMENDMENTS ENHANCING PROTECTION & PARTICIPATION IN FAST-TRACK COURT PROCEEDINGS

Abstract

This doctrinal research examines the evolution of victim protection mechanisms in criminal law via recent legislative amendments, with a special emphasis on their application in Fast- Track Court processes. The study examines the legislative framework that governs victim rights, protective measures, and participatory mechanisms, following their evolution from classic adversarial methods to contemporary victim-centric models. This study assesses the doctrinal basis and legal efficiency of current reforms by conducting a systematic examination of statutory provisions, judicial interpretations, and constitutional dimensions. The research shows that there has been a significant paradigmatic shift in criminal jurisprudence, and it also points out areas where the law needs refinement and judicial clarification.