Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, emphasized that amending laws related to the justice sector is not an individual decision but rather a governmental and institutional process that operates within the state’s capabilities and political agreements.
During a symposium organized by the majority parliamentary groups in the House of Representatives on the draft Criminal Procedure Code, Ouahbi clarified that drafting laws does not reflect personal desires but must align with the national legal framework and the practical realities of implementation. He noted that while ambitions may be high during the legislative process, challenges arise during application, necessitating amendments in line with financial and administrative capacities.
The minister also stressed the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of judicial reports to prevent media competition that could disrupt social stability. At the same time, he affirmed the right of the public prosecution and lawyers to provide necessary clarifications.
Some of his statements sparked discontent among parliamentarians, but he urged them to debate the matter within the Parliament, emphasizing that laws can only be amended through legal procedures and that discussions about them start politically but conclude legally.
Source: Fes News Media