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Morocco to Implement Alternative Sentencing Law in August 2025

In a move to address prison overcrowding and promote rehabilitation, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, announced that the country's new law on alternative sentencing will come into effect on August 22, 2025. The law, known as Law No. 43.22, is designed to offer non-custodial penalties......

Morocco Signals Policy Shift with Support for UN Death Penalty Resolution

Morocco is poised to make a landmark decision by voting in favor of the United Nations resolution on the moratorium on the death penalty, marking a significant departure from its previous stance. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi announced this historic shift during a parliamentary session, highlighting......

Morocco’s Unyielding Position on LGBTQ+ Agenda: A Legal and Cultural Stalemate

In Morocco, the promotion of the LGBTQ+ agenda remains a deeply controversial and illegal subject, highlighting a stark contrast between deeply ingrained cultural and religious values and a small yet vocal group of advocates calling for change. Public opinion overwhelmingly rejects LGBTQ+ rights, with......

Morocco Proposes Tough New Laws to Curb Social Media Misuse

In a bold move to address growing concerns over online privacy and digital misconduct, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, has announced plans to introduce stringent penalties for social media misuse. The proposed legislation aims to crack down on unauthorized filming and sharing of......

Morocco Enacts Alternative Sentencing Law in Penal System Overhaul

Morocco has officially implemented a new law that introduces non-custodial sentencing options for minor offenses, marking a significant step in the country’s ongoing penal system reform efforts. Morocco’s new alternative sentencing law, which has sparked considerable debate in political......

Morocco Modernizes Criminal Law: Balancing Rights and Safety

The Moroccan Government Council has taken a significant step towards modernizing the nation's legal system by approving amendments to the Criminal Procedure Law. This move, part of a broader judicial reform initiative, aims to strike a delicate balance between societal protection and individual rights. On......

Morocco Weighs TikTok Ban: Balancing Digital Freedom and Social Concerns

Morocco's parliament is set to deliberate on a potential ban of the popular social media app TikTok when it reconvenes in October. This move, initiated by the Education Committee of the country's top legislative body, stems from concerns about the platform's content and its perceived impact......

Morocco Considers TikTok Ban Amid Growing Concerns Over Youth Impact

As Morocco's Parliament prepares to reconvene in October, lawmakers are set to revisit a proposal to ban TikTok, the popular social media platform. This renewed interest comes in response to mounting concerns about the app's influence on societal values, particularly its impact on the nation's......

Transforming Justice: Morocco Embraces Artificial Intelligence in Court Systems

In a landmark move, Morocco’s Ministry of Justice is set to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the national court system, aiming to elevate judicial efficiency, enhance the quality of legal work, and streamline citizens’ access to justice. This initiative, detailed in an official......