Supreme Court introduces digital payment facility

The system was inaugurated under the patronage of Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena at the Supreme Court premises in Colombo. It allows lawyers and the public to settle payments such as fines, case fees, stamp duties, and charges for certified copies through card transactions and online platforms.

Judicial officials said the initiative marks the first phase of automating payments in the court system, with plans to extend the facility from magistrates’ courts to the Supreme Court.

The launch event was attended by members of the Judicial Service Commission, Bar Association of Sri Lanka President Rajiv Amarasuriya, and court registrars.

Meanwhile, the Justice Ministry announced that a fast-track programme to digitise court services will begin on September 12 at the Judicial Training Institute in Hulftsdorp, under the guidance of Chief Justice Surasena and with the participation of Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara.