Right to a Fair Trial for a Terrorist: A Critical Analysis

Abstract

One of the most essential concepts of justice in any judicial system is the idea of a fair trial. Nonetheless, there has recently been substantial discussion over whether a terrorism suspect may get a fair trial. On the one hand, some contend that since terrorists pose a risk to the country's security, they are not entitled to the same legal safeguards as ordinary suspects. Some, however, claim that depriving terrorist suspects of a fair trial breaches fundamental human rights and calls into question the authority of the legal system. Terrorism poses a serious threat to national security. It is asserted that depriving suspects of an impartial trial undermines the integrity of the court system and violates the principles of justice and human rights. The study explores the difficulties legal systems experience with these conflicting interests and evaluates the ethical and legal ramifications of giving terrorism suspects a fair trial. The study examines several strategies, such as the employment of specialist courts, security measures, and international legal norms, to guarantee a fair trial for terrorism suspects. It also considers the relevant legislation in Bangladesh, including the Constitution of Bangladesh, which guarantees the right to a fair trial for all citizens. The Code of Criminal Procedure. The study evaluates the Anti Terrorism Act of 2009. Also examine international law such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), 1948. The study despite the enormous difficulties in guaranteeing a fair trial for terrorism suspects, these difficulties are surmountable with the use of legal and ethical principles. It stresses the significance of protecting human rights and the rule of law, especially in the face of terrorism, and makes the case that a fair trial is a crucial component of any just judicial system.