Algumas precisiones en punto al histórico ditanciamento entre los órganos jurisdiccionales y la cuidadanía: la positiva experiencia anglosajona

Abstract

This article proposes a historical analysis of the Spanish legal system, with Roman-Germanic roots, emphasizing the most important historical periods and the characteristics that remain as a legacy of such periods. By making a comparative study with the Anglo-Saxon, in particular the modus operandi of the British system, the author develops critics to the functionality of the legal institutions in Spain. Making a parallel between both forms, the author draws relevant questions and suggest changes that would be needed to improve the way that the Spanish legal systems works, such as better training of judges, which results in their ability to remain impartial and apply the law, thus maintaining legal security. It is noted in this study the recent changes in the criminalcourts in Spain, that have contributed to legal developments in the country, although they were not enough, there is a long way for the expected perfect legal system. The author concludes that the proximity of the courts with citizens is essential and that the Anglo-Saxon experience is a good example of rapprochement between lawyers, judges and court officials with citizens without compromising the impartiality in the pursuit of justice.