فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
The National Order of Judicial Commissioners in Morocco has announced a series of protest measures, including a week-long national strike, in response to proposed amendments to the law governing their profession.
According to a statement issued by the General Assembly of the Order, which convened in Rabat on Saturday, October 5, 2024, these protest actions come after extensive discussions regarding draft legislation concerning “professional matters” and proposed amendments to the Civil Procedure Code.
The General Assembly has approved several protest measures, including:
- A comprehensive national strike for one full week from October 14 to 19, 2024
- Suspension of participation in joint committees with the Ministry of Justice, effective immediately
- Organization of a protest demonstration in front of the Ministry of Justice headquarters on October 21, 2024
- Suspension of commercial procedure processing from October 21 to November 4, 2024
- A press conference to be scheduled at a later date
The statement emphasized that these measures are being implemented in the context of ongoing dialogue with the Ministry of Justice. The Order called upon its members to unite around their professional institution and engage in the cause determined by the General Assembly to protect the dignity and independence of judicial commissioners.
The statement concluded by affirming that the Order of Judicial Commissioners remains an independent body, highlighting the organization’s commitment to maintaining its professional and legal autonomy.
This mobilization comes amid ongoing debates surrounding the proposed amendments to the law governing the judicial commissioners’ profession, which appears to have raised concerns among professionals about the future of their profession and guarantees of its independence.
Note on Context: In the Moroccan legal system, judicial commissioners (Commissaires Judiciaires) are public officers appointed by the Ministry of Justice who play a crucial role in the enforcement of court decisions, serving legal documents, and carrying out various judicial procedures. Their status combines aspects of both public service and independent professional practice.
