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Morocco accelerates implementation of alternative sentencing law

The General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR) has firmly rejected recent reports suggesting delays in the implementation of Law 43.22 on alternative sentences. In a statement, the DGAPR clarified that significant progress has been made to ensure the law’s effective......

Moroccan court rejects key reforms in civil procedure law, citing constitutional violations

Morocco’s Constitutional Court has invalidated several pivotal provisions in the proposed Civil Procedure Code (Law 23.02), dealing a significant blow to the Justice Ministry's reform agenda led by Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi. The ruling underscores concerns over judicial independence, legal......

Morocco reduces pre-trial detention rates to historic low

Morocco has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in its judicial system by reducing pre-trial detainees to less than 30% of the total prison population during specific periods. This achievement, described as historic by the country’s chief public prosecutor, reflects a significant improvement in......

King Mohammed VI Approves New Judicial Appointments in Morocco

King Mohammed VI, in his capacity as President of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary (CSPJ), has approved 17 new appointments to key judicial positions across Morocco, as part of the January 2025 session. These designations represent about 7% of leadership roles within the national court system and......

Morocco Prepares for Alternative Sentences Law Implementation

Morocco's Public Prosecutor, Hassan Daki, has called on courts across the country to gear up for the implementation of Law No. 43.22 on alternative sentences, set to take effect in August 2025. This directive comes as part of a broader strategy to address prison overcrowding and promote the rehabilitation......

The Bibi Files A Portrait of Corruption and Leadership in Israel

Veteran filmmaker Alex Gibney’s latest documentary, The Bibi Files, exposes a deeply controversial chapter in Israeli politics, delving into the corruption allegations surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The film draws from over 1,000 hours of leaked police interrogation footage involving......

Claudia Sheinbaum's Vision for an Inclusive Mexico: A New Era of Governance

In her inaugural address as President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo emphasized her commitment to uphold freedoms and govern inclusively for all citizens. She announced a series of initiatives aimed at fostering social welfare and reducing systemic corruption, particularly within the judiciary. Among......

Failed Deportation Order Leads to Tragic Murder, Sparking Outrage and Political Tensions

The brutal murder of a young economics student, Philippine, in Paris has ignited a firestorm of controversy and political posturing, with the French right seizing the opportunity to advocate for stricter immigration policies. The 19-year-old's body was discovered in the Bois de Boulogne park, a stark......

Mexico's Senate Under Siege: Protesters Clash as Ruling Party Pushes for Judicial Overhaul

In a dramatic display of civil unrest, protesters stormed Mexico's Senate building, clashing with security forces in a tense confrontation that mirrored the country's deep political divisions. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, was sparked by the ruling party's controversial push......