In a significant judicial development, a Canadian court issued a ruling on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in the lawsuit filed by Moroccan judge Abderrahim Hanin against Hicham Jerando. The court ordered Jerando to delete all video clips containing defamation and false information about Judge Hanin from his YouTube channel.
This verdict confirms that the allegations promoted by Jerando were false, and that his accusations against Moroccan national figures and institutions are baseless and lack any credibility. The decision marks a victory for justice and restores the reputation of Judge Hanin and the Moroccan institutions targeted by the defamation campaigns.
It is worth noting that this ruling opens the door wide for all individuals and institutions who have been defamed by Jerando to sue him in Canada. The chances of achieving justice and reclaiming rights now appear significant, especially since this is not the first time the Canadian judiciary has condemned Jerando’s actions.
This judgment is considered a strong message in confronting the phenomenon of online defamation, which has become an increasing threat to the reputation of individuals and institutions in the age of digital media. It also emphasizes the importance of resorting to the judiciary to protect rights and address attempts at defamation and abuse through social media platforms.
In light of this ruling, observers expect the coming period to witness more lawsuits against those who practice defamation and extortion online, which may contribute to curbing this phenomenon and protecting the rights of individuals and institutions in the digital world.