King Mohammed VI Grants Clemency to 2,476 Inmates in Throne Day Celebration

Tuesday 30 July 2024 - 13:10

In an exceptional gesture of mercy, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has granted pardons to 2,476 individuals to honor the Throne Day celebrations. This annual event, which commemorates the King's accession to the throne, has once again brought relief and hope to many families throughout the kingdom.

The Ministry of Justice provided details about the pardon recipients. Among those pardoned, 2,278 are currently incarcerated, while 182 are serving their sentences outside of prison.

Breakdown of the Pardons

For those currently incarcerated, the royal clemency includes:

- 171 inmates who received full pardons for their remaining prison terms and fines.
- 2 inmates who had their sentences reduced.
- 2,090 inmates who had their sentences commuted.
- 15 inmates whose life sentences were converted to time served.

For those serving sentences outside of prison, the pardons include:

- 45 individuals who had their prison sentences reduced or canceled.
- 7 individuals who received full pardons for both prison sentences and fines.
- 121 individuals who were pardoned for fines or their remaining amounts.
- 9 individuals who received pardons for combined sentences of imprisonment and fines.

Notable Clemency for Extremism-Related Convictions

A significant aspect of this year’s royal pardon is the inclusion of 16 individuals convicted of extremism and terrorism. These individuals received clemency after publicly renouncing extremist ideologies and pledging allegiance to national values and institutions. Specifically:

- 7 prisoners had their remaining prison terms pardoned.
- 9 prisoners received reductions in their sentences.

Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s Reign

This year’s royal pardon coincides with the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s reign. The Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol, and Chancellery has outlined a series of events to celebrate this milestone.

At 9 PM today, King Mohammed VI will deliver a speech to the nation, broadcast live on radio and television. This address is expected to cover various national issues and reflect on the progress made during his 25-year reign.

Tomorrow, the King will host an official reception at the M'diq-Fnideq prefecture square in the town of M'diq, bringing together numerous dignitaries and notable figures to honor the occasion.

On July 31, the King, in his capacity as Supreme Commander and Chief of the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces, will preside over the swearing-in ceremony of new officers from military, paramilitary, and civilian institutions at the Royal Palace in Tetouan. This solemn ceremony will be followed by a luncheon hosted by the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces.

The celebrations will culminate with the traditional allegiance ceremony at the Place du Mechouar in the Royal Palace of Tetouan, reaffirming the bond between the King and his people.

These events highlight the significance of the Throne Day celebrations and underscore King Mohammed VI’s commitment to justice and national unity.