Tag #Judicial Independence

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CGPJ Presents Two Proposals for Judicial Member Elections

Spain's General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) will present two proposals for electing its judicial members—one involving parliament, the other not—following a June agreement between the PSOE and PP, prompting the CGPJ to explore European models to increase its independence.

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Imamoglu Under Investigation for Exposing Allegedly Biased Expert Witness

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is under investigation for publicly criticizing a supposedly biased expert witness frequently involved in CHP cases; he asserts his actions were necessary for justice and transparency, highlighting concerns about judicial impartiality and political influence.

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Controversial Istanbul Prosecutor Akın Gürlek Faces Backlash

Istanbul's Chief Public Prosecutor Akın Gürlek's decisions in politically charged cases, including the arrests of opposition figures Ahmet Özer, Ümit Özdağ, and Ayşe Barım, have sparked intense debate, with the ruling party offering support and the opposition voicing strong criticism.

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Greek Law on Forensic Report Re-evaluation Sparks Public Distrust

A new Greek law allows for the creation of a three-member committee to re-evaluate forensic reports, raising concerns about potential government overreach and lack of independent oversight in the wake of the Tempe train crash.

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Lawyer Arrested Based on Previously Dismissed Evidence

Istanbul Bar Association board member Fırat Epözdemir was arrested on January 23rd, 2025, for being in a WhatsApp group called "Diren Cizre," despite a previous investigation closing due to lack of evidence four months prior; his arrest is raising concerns about selective prosecution in Turkey.

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Levin Defies Court, Risks Constitutional Crisis in Israel

Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin is defying a Supreme Court ruling on the judicial selection committee, potentially leading to a constitutional crisis by undermining the rule of law and causing chaos.

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LA Prosecutors Allege Retaliation for Supporting Menendez Resentencing

Los Angeles County prosecutors Nancy Theberge and Brock Lunsford filed government claims alleging demotion and retaliation for supporting the Menendez brothers' resentencing, citing political and discriminatory motivations; they seek over $5 million in damages.

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Turkish Journalists Detained Amidst Concerns Over Press Freedom

Three journalists—Barış Pehlivan, Serhan Asker, and Seda Selek—were detained in Istanbul on charges of illegally recording and broadcasting a conversation and attempting to influence an expert witness, prompting concerns about press freedom from the ÇYDD.

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Istanbul Mayor Faces Terrorism Probe, Journalists Detained

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is facing a terrorism investigation, questioning the prosecutor's authority, while three journalists were detained after reporting on a related case involving a controversial expert witness.

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Darmanin Adapts Communication Strategy in New Justice Ministry Role

After his appointment as Minister of Justice, Gérard Darmanin is adapting to the less public-facing nature of his new role while aiming to implement visible changes, including a new high-security prison for major drug traffickers. He faces challenges balancing his need for visibility with the requir...

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Italian Judges Unanimously Reject Nordio's Judicial Reform

Italian magistrates of all ranks and ages protested Justice Minister Carlo Nordio's plan to separate judicial careers during the opening of the judicial year, highlighting deep concerns and unified opposition to the reform's methodology.

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Turkish Manager Detained, Actors Questioned Over Gezi Protests

Turkish manager Ayşe Barım's detention for alleged involvement in the 2013 Gezi Park protests and the subsequent summons of several actors for questioning have sparked widespread condemnation, with critics alleging a politically motivated crackdown on dissent.

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