Justice ministry
Be’er Ya’acov deputy council head indicted over alleged tender fraud, NIS 20m, transport contract
The indictment charges Sasson with three counts of fraud and breach of trust, aggravated fraud, making a false sworn statement, threats, and witness harassment.
State Attorney Aisman warns Mahash law could put sensitive cases under political pressure
Chief prosecutor warns police watchdog must remain independent as reform faces court challenge
Knesset passes law placing internal police investigations under Justice Ministry's authority
Judicial selection committee will not elect chief justice this week, Levin says
Judicial Appointments Committee defers deciding on a chief justice, challenging the High Court's ruling on the judicial appointment process.
Bill to weaken Israel Bar Association passes preliminary Knesset vote
The bill would give the Justice Minister the authority to set the amount of the annual membership fee instead of IBA's national council.
State Attorney's Office appeals sentencing in Yoel Lhanghal death case
The State Attorney's Office appealed due to the leniency of the sentencing and argued that Edri's sentence did not match the severity of the incident.
Knesset debates expulsion of family members of terrorists
The bill, which is being prepared for its second and third reading, gives the authority to the Interior Minister, who can, after holding an arraignment, expel the family member.
Justice Ministry spearheads anti-racism program with Beitar Jerusalem FC Youth Team
The youth players met with Ismaila Soro and Zohar Zasno, players from the senior team, to discuss how racism impacts the club.
Levin mulling legislation to overcome High Court ruling on Chief Justice appointment
Justice Minister Yariv Levin may amend legislation to delay appointing a new chief justice, aligning with his preferred judicial appointments.
High Court orders Levin to begin process to appoint new chief justice
The High Court ordered Justice Minister Yariv Levin to start the process of appointing a Chief Justice, raising criticism from ministers and coalition members.
High Court to Levin – convene judicial appointments committee
Levin – judges in conflict of interest, proves judicial reform was justified.
The end for "machers" who have stalled urban renewal projects for years?
Power shifts to homeowners: New Justice Ministry rules fix developer payouts for canceled deals, aiming to unblock stalled urban renewal projects.
Knesset extends legal aid for victims of sex offenses
The legal aid will make submitting a complaint easier and streamline the process, leading to more complaints, and more proceedings against offenders, which will increase deterrence.
