This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from Hibapress, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Rabat
The Moroccan Judes Club attacked the Minister of Justice, Abdel Latif Wehbe, after his recent declarations, which he considered to be “irresponsible” and “manufactured”, noting that these declarations affect the constitutional position of the judges. The club has published a communication in which he confirmed that statements were lacking in responsibility and ridiculous, which is not in accordance with the position of the Minister of Justice in a country that respects the rule of law.
The club condemns the Minister of Justice going beyond the standards expected in the treatment of judges
The club explained in its communication that “Heba Press” was informed of a copy that the Minister’s declarations have exceeded the expected limits of its use with the judges, noting that these declarations harm their constitutional position and harm the concept good condition. He also described the behavior of the minister as a violation of the duty of reserve to which any official must join this position, in particular with regard to respect for the judiciary.
Judges: our role is not only an implementation of laws, but rather its application in accordance with the constitution
The club said that judges are not only limited to the implementation of laws, but also include their application, as stipulated in Chapter 110 of the Moroccan Constitution. He added that the Minister’s statements show a misunderstanding of the tasks of the judiciary, which raises concerns about the independence of the judiciary.
The club criticizes the absence of a participatory approach to prepare the legislation
The club criticized the absence of a participatory approach with the professional companies of judges in the process of preparing legislation, such as the Code of Criminal Procedure, stressing that it is a violation of the principles of The Constitution, in particular chapter 12, which guarantees the law of professional companies to participate in the drafting of laws.
Independence of the judiciary: a constitutional option farm, not a gift from the minister
The club stressed that the independence of the judiciary is not a gift from the Minister of Justice. He added that the Minister’s statements suggest the opposite of this fact, which can negatively affect the image and independence of the judiciary.
The club: the evaluation of the judges is not the jurisdiction of the Minister of Justice
With regard to the evaluation of the work of the judges, the club stressed that this was not in the jurisdiction of the Minister of Justice, warning that the attempts of the Minister in this regard constitute a prejudice of prestige and independence of the judiciary and can negatively affect a negative effect the confidence of citizens in the judicial system.
In conclusion: the club adheres to the councils of the Constitution and requires the promotion of participatory democracy
At the end of its communication, the “Moroccan Judes Club” confirmed its membership in the guidelines of the Constitution and its support for improving the principle of participative democracy in matters related to justice. He also underlined the need for public authorities to respect the rights of professional companies to participate in the drafting of the legislation.
