The Superior Council of Magistracy in Romania highlighted that entry-level magistrates in the country have some of the lowest salaries in Europe, placing even High Court judges at the bottom of the European ranking despite conflicting official reports.

A magistrate in Makueni, Kenya, openly acknowledged a sentencing blunder and requested the High Court to rectify it, leading to a reduction in fines for protesters.

A federal magistrate heard arguments concerning whether multimedia rights companies representing university athletic departments should be subject to the same rules governing third-party Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) payments to players, a decision that will significantly influence college spending.

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Concerns are being raised that proposed 'unfair' jury trial reforms could lead to magistrates handling cases with potential sentences of up to two years, disproportionately affecting first-time offenders.

The Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) expressed regret over the 'discredit cast on thousands of magistrates' following criticisms of judicial failures in the Lyhanna case.

A 25-year-old factory worker in Melaka was fined RM2,800 by the Magistrates’ Court for sharing explicit videos involving her ex-husband and another woman.

Following the death of an 11-year-old child, France's Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced a comprehensive review of all 70,000 complaints related to crimes against minors by July 14, a move some magistrates criticize as a 'communication stunt' due to lack of resources.

A Queensland magistrate has suppressed the identity of a man with a 'high public profile' involved in an extortion case, prompting media outlets to argue for public disclosure.

An editorial in France criticizes the alleged serious failures of magistrates in the case of Lyhanna, a young schoolgirl who was a victim, suggesting judicial shortcomings contributed to her death.

Italy's Minister of Justice, Nordio, stated that magistrates who make mistakes should face career sanctions but not civil liability, referencing the 'Minetti case' as a lesson for the opposition.

A debate is ongoing in Bulgaria regarding the vetting of magistrates, with some arguing it's the only way to cleanse a 'mafia-ized' judicial system, while opponents fear it could lead to an 'apocalypse'.

Magistrate Leopoldo Puente prevented an internal investigation into the Civil Guard's Central Operative Unit for alleged leaks. Read

A babysitter has been charged in Sepang, Malaysia, with the murder of a 23-month-old girl in Puchong, though no plea was recorded at the Magistrate's Court.

A center-right summit in Italy failed to reach an agreement on justice reforms, specifically regarding civil liability for magistrates, wiretaps, and new prescription rules, indicating a rift between Forza Italia and Justice Minister Nordio.

Bulgarian Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov has expressed support for prosecutors and investigators who submitted a declaration calling for a transparent election process for members of the Supreme Judicial Council. He affirmed his commitment to protecting the free formation of magistrates' will.

A European investigating magistrate released 10 of 17 core suspects in a €7.6 million EU agricultural subsidy fraud investigation in northern Greece on bail after they denied charges, with prosecutors revealing a broader case implicating 317 people.

An opinion piece questions how associations of judges and magistrates in Spain can act as if they were political parties, discussing the prestige of public institutions.

A 32-year-old man has been charged in the Sandakan Magistrate's Court for allegedly trafficking a Malaysian teenager and three foreign nationals for sex work.

Spain's Supreme Court has invoked 'public interest' as the reason for not suspending the decree on migrant regularization, despite some magistrates' concerns.

Romania's High Court of Cassation and Justice issued a strong reaction to government accusations, warning that the executive is 'systematically demonizing the justice system and turning magistrates into targets' over data requests regarding billions owed to magistrates.

The city parliament of Kelsterbach has curtailed the decision-making powers of the magistrate, a move made possible by the changed majority ratios since the last municipal election.

A 37-year-old man was charged in Labuan Magistrate’s Court with the murder of his infant, with no plea recorded and a June date set for the case.

South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has voiced concerns regarding a magistrate's conduct in the high-profile extortion case involving Joe 'Ferrari'.

Ohha Microfinance Bank and the CRRAN President have sued the Nigeria Police Force in Enugu over alleged harassment linked to petitions against a magistrate and lawyer.

Spanish minister Félix Bolaños emphasized that the investigation into former President Zapatero is 'embryonic' and based on 'simple indications,' asserting that the replacement of the liaison magistrate with France and Switzerland is unrelated to the former president's imputation.

Journalists Eulampia Revi and Giorgos Kourdis appeared in Athens Magistrate's Court to pursue a lawsuit against SKAI TV following their removal from the station.

The band Static Dress has launched 'The Magistrate’s Loop,' a free-to-play psychological horror game inspired by their upcoming second album, 'Injury episode.'

A chargesheet filed in a tribal murder case in Chhattisgarh has implicated a Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) in an alleged 'illegal bauxite commission'.

Teodora Tochkova views an analysis of magistrates' asset declarations by the Bulgarian Institute for Legal Initiatives as an attempt to 'discredit' them.

The euthanasia case of Francesc Augé is now being debated in the Spanish Supreme Court, with 34 magistrates discussing whether a father can halt the process, setting a precedent for similar cases.

Artmark Auction House announced an event featuring the 'Collection of a Family of Magistrates,' offering an accessible and substantial selection of Romanian and European art, with paintings starting from 100 Euros.

A part-time event planning assistant pleaded not guilty in the Magistrates' Court in Klang, Malaysia, to a drink driving charge in a crash that seriously injured a p-hailing rider.

A 24-year-old college student has been charged in the Magistrate's Court in Kuala Lumpur with the murder of a couple in a crash on Jalan Ampang.

Two magistrates from the Chișinău Court, former vice-presidents of courts, Angela Catană and Corneliu Guzun, have failed their financial and ethical integrity evaluation, as the Judicial Evaluation Commission announced the completion of assessments for all judges in leadership positions.

A whistleblowing official claims that magistrate Phil Taylor decided criminal cases at Reading Magistrates' Court by dialing in remotely from his home in Portugal.

Seven individuals have been arraigned before a Magistrate's Court in Kano, Nigeria, in connection with their alleged involvement in a violent attack at the Farm Centre GSM Market in Kano State.

A daily business newsletter from Capital covers proposals for partial lustration of high-ranking magistrates and increased fines, registers, and rights for regulators to combat high prices.

A judge in Tarragona was fined 500 euros for accumulating delays, with the CGPJ stating the magistrate opted for 'selective abandonment' of cases, leading to around 300 pending sentences.

A magistrate has dismissed the case against Vito Quiles for alleged harassment of Sarah Santaolalla, finding no evidence of criminal offense based on provided images, the security cordon, and absence of injuries.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has appointed 17 judges to their positions until retirement age, a decision made on April 30 and published on May 7, despite her previous rejection of these magistrates.

A Gombe magistrate, Mohammad Kumo, has been convicted and sentenced to two years and six months in prison for accepting a N1 million bribe.

A Romanian court has ordered the government to secure funds to cover salary claims made by magistrates. This ruling addresses ongoing disputes regarding judicial remuneration.

A Myanmar national has been charged at the Magistrate’s Court in Kuala Lumpur with the murder of his ex-wife in a stabbing incident at a Setapak condominium.

A federal magistrate ordered that the D.C. Department of Corrections explain why it had placed Cole Tomas Allen, a suspect in the Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, in especially restrictive conditions. A generic update from the same outlet also covered the story.

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The acclaimed 'Gomorra' series, based on Roberto Saviano's novel, will be the focus of a two-day event at the Treseizero - Media Pop Fest, celebrating the novel's 20th anniversary with magistrates, journalists, and cast members.

A senior Bolivian judge, Victor Hugo Claure, was fatally shot by hitmen while riding in a taxi in the eastern city of Santa Cruz, police reported.

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Himachal Pradesh has ordered action against the Solan Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) concerning the Chester Hills project.

Malaysian preacher Ebit Lew has been ordered by a magistrate to enter his defense on 11 charges of sexual harassment. This decision follows the delivery of a verdict in his Tenom sexual harassment case.

A Judicial Magistrate First Class of Saket courts ordered a further probe into a plea against the Unnao rape victim and her family, citing 'multiple lacunas' and 'lack of crucial witness examination' in the chargesheet.

India's Election Commission has transferred two Additional District Magistrates in West Bengal, Bhaskar Pal and Souvik Bhattacharya, from all election-related duties following a row over Ajay Pal Sharma's visit during the Bengal polls.

The Magistrate’s Court in Balik Pulau, Malaysia, has set August 18 for the trial of Pantai Jerejak assemblyman Fahmi Zainol. He faces charges related to alleged assault of his wife.

The Allahabad High Court has quashed a Uttar Pradesh government order that suspended two officials. These officials had previously exonerated a colleague facing sexual harassment charges.

A judicial magistrate in Karachi has ordered the discharge of five women, including an activist from the Baloch Yakjehti Committee, who were arrested for staging a protest outside the Karachi Press Club against 'enforced disappearances' and subsequently booked on sedition charges.

Fiji's Parliament is scheduled to begin its week-long session, with lawmakers set to convene and discuss various national issues.

In the ongoing Kodagu sexual assault case, authorities have revoked the homestay's license, and the statement of the US woman victim has been recorded before a magistrate.

Sri Lanka's inaugural case under the new Online Safety Act has concluded before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court, setting a precedent for future digital safety enforcement.

Moldova's Commission for the Evaluation of Judges approved a modification to the composition of Evaluation Panel E following the recent appointment of Aida-Oana Popescu, a former magistrate from Bucharest, as a new international member.

Amid escalating temperatures and humid conditions in Bihar, the Patna District Magistrate has ordered all government and private schools, along with Anganwadi centers, to reschedule classes for students up to Class 5.

An Indian groom in Uttar Pradesh swapped his wedding ceremony for a protest march to the district magistrate's office, demanding a waiver for an unexpectedly high power bill. He cited a doubled bill after a smart meter installation.

Cheikh Guèye has made revelations implicating marabout Hady Sy in an alleged 10 million CFA franc bribe to a magistrate in Senegal.

In a new podcast, former Belgian investigative judge Michel Claise expressed his distrust of some former magistrate colleagues, whom he considers too politicized, and criticized the De Wever government's approach to establishing a financial prosecutor's office.

A Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) in Rajasthan, who once promised positive change, has been reportedly caught accepting a Rs 60,000 bribe.

A judge adjourned a murder case hearing after a man was scalded with hot water at the door of Strabane Magistrates Court, with police actively searching for the suspect who fled the scene.

A magistrate has ordered provisional imprisonment for individuals arrested in connection with the death of their flatmate, who was killed after being thrown out a window. The case is open for charges of homicide, injury, and failure to render aid.

This article profiles Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, detailing her career from a young magistrate to the judge currently presiding over Arvind Kejriwal’s recusal plea.

The case of the Súria mine accident, which resulted in the deaths of three geologists, has been closed, with the magistrate determining that no criminal responsibility could be attributed to Iberpotash, the operating company.

A Rohingya man has been charged at the Jawi Magistrate’s Court in Seberang Perai with the murder of a fellow countryman.

A magistrate's car was stolen from outside the court premises in Abia, Nigeria, prompting a police investigation. The incident has raised concerns about security in the area.

A magistrate ordered a maid agency to compensate a customer after it falsely claimed a helper could speak Mandarin, ruling that the agency's defense of choosing a pricier package was invalid.

Magistrates in Auch, France, have criticized "uninhibited political discourse" from high-level officials, which they claim encourages "popular vindictiveness" in the Lyhanna case.

Magistrates of the Bucharest Court of Appeal reject the provisions of the draft law on judges' salaries as 'unacceptable,' fully supporting the criticisms from the High Court of Cassation and Justice and the Superior Council of Magistracy.

Italy's Deputy Minister Maurizio Leo has announced a new competition for 177 tax judges, following 173 magistrates ready to enter service, as part of accelerating tax justice reform with increased digital integration.

French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has called for a 'general mobilization' of magistrates in response to the Lyhanna case, ordering a review of complaints across tribunals and communes before meeting with prosecutors general.

France's Superior Council of Magistracy is increasingly prosecuting and sanctioning magistrates for misconduct, prompting a reflection by the Justice Minister on the appropriateness and proportionality of these sanctions.

Constitutional Court magistrate Enrique Arnaldo, author of 'El deporte en la literatura', recommends three books focusing on themes of identity, family, and justice.

Grace Ogunleye, the Vice Chairman of Ilejemeje Local Government Area in Ekiti, Nigeria, has been remanded by a magistrate court over allegations that she staged her own abduction, weeks after her reported kidnapping raised security concerns.

Luxembourg magistrates are handling an average of 1,200 cases per judge, particularly in youth court decisions regarding child placement. The article highlights the individualized nature of each case, emphasizing that there is no fixed model or standard solution.

Italy's Justice Minister Carlo Nordio has archived the investigation into magistrates concerning the 'family in the woods' case, following inspectors' findings of no anomalies in the procedure that removed three children from Catherine Birmingham and Nathan Trevallion.

While the TSJ (High Court of Justice) has ruled out investigating former president Mazón for omission due to his absence during the DANA event, magistrates have guaranteed his right to defense, as the tracing of his WhatsApp messages could potentially implicate him in decision-making.

A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria, has ordered the remand of Grace Ogunleye, Vice Chairman of Ilejemeje Local Government Area, for her alleged involvement in a staged kidnapping incident.

The Public Prosecutor's Office in Romania has informed the Ministry of Justice that proposed changes in the new public sector salary law would 'gravely affect' the status of magistrates.

Romania's High Court of Cassation and Justice (ICCJ) has criticized a new public sector salary law as 'deeply flawed' and advocates for a special law for magistrates' salaries. This comes as financial-fiscal system employees continue protests against the same salary law.

Joe 'Ferrari' Sibanyoni has been granted bail, but questions remain regarding the conduct of the previous prosecutor and magistrate involved in his case.

Romanian magistrates have voiced criticism regarding the draft Wage Law for the budgetary sector, indicating concerns about its potential impact.

A personal driver in Kuala Lumpur has pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate's Court to the abduction of an 11-year-old girl.

The Indian Express Governance Awards are now accepting entries for the nation's best District Magistrates until June 30.

A meeting took place between Costa and Nordio to discuss the civil liability of magistrates, reportedly at the suggestion of Marina Berlusconi, with "Gli azzurri" stating "No reforms, no electoral law."

A 56-year-old man was fined RM50 or faced one day in jail by the Magistrate's Court in Kota Kinabalu for taking tissues from a hotel.

A magistrate testified in court that no injuries were noted on Sithole, providing a key detail in the ongoing legal proceedings. This statement could be significant for the case.

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A magistrate court in Kwara State has issued an arrest warrant for the state commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abbas Mohammed, for failing to appear in an ongoing assault case.

A 75-year-old man pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court in Klang, Malaysia, to a charge of reckless driving. The charge stems from a crash that resulted in the deaths of two sisters.

A judge has indicated that the Plus Ultra airline may not have met the legal criteria required for its rescue, suggesting that the company's accounts might have been 'embellished.' The magistrate also pointed out that reports from SEPI's advisors appeared to be drafted to justify the rescue's approval.

An Islamabad court has issued a detailed verdict in the Sana Yousuf murder case, revealing that police traced the killer through the victim's mobile phone and the convict confessed before a Magistrate.

Bulgarian magistrates have declared ownership of over 20,000 properties, including apartments, houses, and offices, along with more than 7,000 vehicles. The total value of their declared apartments has been assessed based on current market rates.

A case has been opened at the Superior Council of Magistracy after the president, Nicoletta Orlandi, reported alleged interference by the ministry in the work of magistrates.

Police in India have arrested a key accused in an alleged Rs 4,500 crore investment scam. This comes amidst other reports of land fraud and official arrests in separate scam cases.

A Prague city councilor had their mandate revoked by the magistrate after changing their permanent residence for several months, violating the law. The politician attempted to regain the position through the courts.

A passenger was fined RM5,000 (or five months' jail in default) by a Magistrates' Court in Kuching for assaulting a fellow traveler and spitting at crew members during a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.

A cleaner has been charged in the Manjung Magistrate’s Court with the murder of an elderly man during a house robbery.

A mechanic in Baling, Malaysia, has claimed trial to five counts of illegal possession of firearms at the Sessions and Magistrate’s Courts.

The organization Stop Homophobie has filed a complaint against Elon Musk after he insulted French magistrates investigating potential abuses on his platform X, calling them "more fake than a chocolate euro."

The High Court in Kenya has overturned years of legal proceedings in a Sh12,000 goat theft case, declaring a mistrial and ordering a fresh start. The decision highlights the complexities and delays within the judicial system.

A van driver pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate’s Court in Batu Pahat, Malaysia, to a reckless driving charge over the death of a Year Two pupil.

Four men have been charged in the Magistrate’s Court in Teluk Intan with the murder of a 70-year-old man in a fatal machete attack. The incident occurred in Hilir Perak.

Federal Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui, who apologized to suspected Trump assassin Cole Allen, is noted for his history of DEI advocacy and past conflicts with the Trump administration.

A 19-year-old man has pleaded not guilty at the Magistrates’ Court in Kuching to a charge of dangerous driving that resulted in a cyclist's death. The incident occurred on Wednesday, May 6.

The Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) accepted the positive report of the vetting commission regarding the external re-evaluation of judge Petru Triboi, in his capacity as interim president of the Court...

The Bombay High Court has ruled that District Magistrates are well-suited to decide adoption proceedings. This decision clarifies the appropriate authority for handling such legal matters.

Judicial employees in Athens are conducting two-hour work stoppages today and tomorrow to protest insufficient security measures in their workplaces, following a recent serious incident at the former Athens Magistrate's Court.

In Bangladesh, vehicles have been prepared at district courts to transport magistrates of mobile courts on election day, as captured in a photo by Anisur Rahman.

The Portuguese Public Ministry is reportedly failing to attract more experienced magistrates to investigate serious crimes, having lost 12 of its 44 prosecutors in less than three years from its Central Department of Investigation and Penal Action.

The Kenyan Judiciary is set to begin publishing individual performance data for judges and magistrates starting July 1. This move aims to increase transparency and accountability within the judicial system.

A court has declined initial jurisdiction over the custody of alleged drug kingpin Salim Dola, directing his shift to a magistrate for further proceedings.

Laurențiu Beșu, a former judge and current prosecutor, is facing disciplinary action by the Judicial Inspection for allegedly violating deliberation secrecy after speaking to journalists about his removal from a judicial panel.

Italian magistrates have launched an urgent investigation into the pardon granted to a former showgirl associated with Silvio Berlusconi, examining the circumstances surrounding the controversial decision.

The president of the National Association of Magistrates (ANM) stated that the Italian justice system is at risk of paralysis due to severe understaffing, urging the Ministry of Justice to address the issue.

A judicial magistrate in Islamabad has granted post-arrest bail to senior journalist Fakharur Rehman, who was arrested in a case registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA).

A fire has ravaged the Sunyani Circuit and District Magistrate Courts in Ghana, destroying both Magistrate Courts 'A' and 'B'. The blaze resulted in the loss of critical legal documents, case records, and equipment.

On the eve of a strike, the Portuguese prosecutors' union has warned of the Public Prosecutor's Office's collapse, citing a lack of magistrates and judicial staff, coupled with deteriorating facilities and equipment.

Mónica García has publicly criticized a judge investigating a former police official for making "impressively sexist" comments about victims of abuse. The magistrate reportedly claimed women "brainwash" their children and lamented advantages given for filing complaints.

Fannie Nkosi's bail application was rejected by the Pretoria magistrates court after he was found in possession of a prohibited explosive, case dockets, and for failing to properly store firearms and live ammunition.

Three individuals will face magistrates after being accused of maliciously violating fire protection rules in connection with the Durlești fire, with the Chișinău Prosecutor's Office announcing the completion of the investigation.

Cheikh Guèye and his religious guide have learned their fate following an attempted bribery of a magistrate.

Romania's High Court of Cassation and Justice has ruled that the selective granting of allowances to magistrates is incompatible with the principle of equal treatment enshrined in the EU Treaty.

Bangladesh's District Magistrate (DM) has announced that public access will be restricted within 200 yards of all SSC exam centers to ensure a smooth examination process.

The position of the Crans-Montana municipality has worsened as four more politicians and officials have been placed under investigation, bringing the total number of suspects to thirteen. Jacques Moretti is scheduled to appear before magistrates again on June 5.

The Magistrates’ Court in Tenom has scheduled April 30 for its decision regarding the 11 sexual harassment charges against preacher Ebit Lew.

A 57-year-old land dispute was resolved by the Patna High Court, which criticized the District Magistrate for disregarding a previously settled title, bringing relief to the affected family.

Magistrate Souleymane Teliko has called for the criminal justice system to adapt to the changing nature of crime, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence.

Magistrate Souleymane Teliko of Senegal has urged the criminal justice system to adapt to the evolving nature of crime, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence.

A man from Brașov, Romania, has been convicted for public incitement against magistrates after posting a threatening message on Facebook referencing 'procedure 1907'. The General Prosecutor's Office announced a plea agreement was reached.

A Delhi court has issued a notice to a magistrate regarding allegations of bias in two separate cases, directing that a copy of the transfer plea be sent to the concerned judicial officer.

An attorney general at the Versailles Court of Appeal criticized political leaders for influencing judicial action on prison overcrowding. He argued that political discourse urging judges not to fill prisons has significantly impacted sentencing and enforcement in recent years.

Members of Parliament are warning that a significant recruitment shortfall of magistrates poses a threat to Labour’s pledge to reduce the substantial backlog of cases in England's criminal courts.

During a recorded meeting of the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM), its president, Liviu Odagiu, and the head of the Supreme Court, Lia Savonea, accused magistrates of being subjected to smear campaigns over the past year, claiming the justice system was 'captured'.

A 35-year-old man was sentenced to three months' imprisonment by the Magistrate's Court in Klang for stealing KTMB track cables.

Madalin Ilinca, 34, appeared before Norwich Magistrates’ Court charged with the rape of a teenage girl on Great Yarmouth beach.

Seven individuals, including one woman, were each fined RM2,000 by the Magistrates' Court in Kuala Lumpur for their involvement in an attack on a driving instructor linked to alleged derogatory remarks about a student.

Police have charged a 34-year-old man in connection with the rape of a teenager in Great Yarmouth; he is scheduled to appear at Norwich Magistrates' Court on Monday.

Italian accounting magistrates have embarked on an unprecedented tour across several cities, including Rome and Milan, to voice their opposition to the government's proposed reforms.

Police in Burgas, Bulgaria, have arrested a court assessor who allegedly impersonated a magistrate and defrauded dozens of people.

Magistrate Antonio Tescaroli commented on the archiving of an investigation involving former Prime Minister Berlusconi and Marcello Dell'Utri regarding the 1993 mafia massacres, stating the inquiry was necessary.

The commander of the Tagor, a Russian 'ghost fleet' oil tanker intercepted in the Atlantic Ocean, has been released from custody. The magistrate announced that further communication regarding the investigation will be provided in the coming days or weeks.

New documents, including an 'unreliable witness' assessment and confirmation of 'legitimate adoption,' are reported to dispel doubts surrounding the pardon granted to Minetti, with magistrates finding no evidence of other crimes.

Romania's USR party alleges that senators from PSD and "pro-Russian extremist" parties voted against a proposal to include judges and prosecutors in the category of integrity whistleblowers.

Romania's Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) has informed the Ministry of Justice that the proposed public sector salary law contains constitutional flaws. The CSM is advocating for a separate legislative framework specifically for the remuneration of judges and prosecutors.

Paul Gibson, a magistrate, admitted to losing his composure and threatening to give a defendant a 'good hiding' in response to an outburst from the dock, leading to his sanction.

A woman in Singapore was fined S$6,500 for repeatedly feeding pigeons, telling the court she wanted to 'rescue' them because they couldn't work, prompting the magistrate to note that pigeons do not need to work.

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A Magistrate Court in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, has remanded six individuals in a correctional facility in connection with the alleged murder of traditional ruler HRH Eze Josephat Ikegwu.

Ivan Kostov has proposed a limit on magistrates and three other ideas for reforming the judicial power in Bulgaria.

The Romanian government has accused the High Court of Cassation and Justice and the Bucharest Court of Appeal of refusing to provide data on billions of lei owed to magistrates in salary lawsuits, information requested for Romania's defense in a case before the ECHR.

Italy's ruling majority is revisiting discussions on justice reforms, with Forza Italia proposing civil liability for magistrates, a move supported by the Lega but met with caution from FdI.

Three suspects have been arraigned in an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court in Lagos over alleged N11.4 million fraud, facing charges of conspiracy and obtaining money under false pretenses.

Seven men have been charged following an investigation into a grooming gang operating in Norfolk and are set to appear at Norwich Magistrates’ Court.

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Twisha's family and in-laws have approached both the High Court and magistrate court in a dispute concerning digital evidence.

An Akure Magistrate’s Court heard how two minors were allegedly sold for N18,000 each and forced to hawk goods on the streets of Benin City, Edo State, before being rescued after four months.

A magistrate ordered a teacher in Kano to be remanded at a correctional facility and the school to be shut down following allegations of sexual abuse of pupils, with the case adjourned until June 9 for a formal hearing.

Protests in Kenya have led to the grounding of operations at the High Court and magistrate’s courts. Prison authorities expressed fears that inmates could be attacked or freed by unruly demonstrators.

Over 4,100 Bulgarian magistrates have officially declared assets valued at more than 1.4 billion euros at current prices, including real estate and vehicles.

A Marseille magistrate is facing revocation after being found guilty of 196 toll frauds, having reportedly used his car to block toll gates for free passage.

A 21-year-old man was charged in a Kota Kinabalu Magistrate’s Court with threatening a woman.

Fadiel Adams, the leader of the National Coloured Congress (NCC), is facing a critical moment as a magistrate weighs his bail application.

A babysitter was charged in the Magistrates’ Court with murdering a seven-month-old baby at a nursery in Puchong, Malaysia.

The Twifo Praso Magistrate’s Court has fined two invigilators and two teachers a total of GH¢12,000 for their involvement in examination malpractice at centers in the Twifo-Atti-Morkwa District of Ghana's Central Region.

A 28-year-old car repossessor has been sentenced to a total of seven months in jail by two magistrates for his involvement in paint-splash attacks in Johor Bahru, with CCTV and phone videos used as evidence.

A young couple pleaded guilty at the Ayer Keroh Magistrate’s Court in Melaka to charges of hiding a baby's birth and preventing a live delivery.

A judge has reiterated that the DANA (isolated high-level depression) alert was issued late and poorly, without justification. The magistrate noted that Pradas did not directly consult Generalitat lawyers regarding her doubts, as per a report in the case.

Two men have been charged in the Magistrate's Court in Tawau, Malaysia, with trafficking 130.57 kilograms of methamphetamine.

The Bucharest Court of Appeal has ruled, admitting an action by the High Court of Cassation and Justice, that the Romanian government and Ministry of Finance must pay outstanding salary rights to magistrates, including through budget rectification, with daily penalties of 1% for delay.

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The Bulgarian Judicial Council is looking for magistrates to lead 26 courts across the country.

Magistrates handling the Minetti case are scheduled to meet on Monday to review the file, amidst reports that Justice Minister Nordio plans to sue journalist Ranucci.

Mattias Guyomar, President of the European Court of Human Rights, stated during an official visit to Spain that personal attacks on judges constitute attacks on the Rule of Law, meeting with magistrates from the Supreme and Constitutional Courts.

A tree surgeon survived a severe electric shock from a powerline, leading to his employers being fined at Bristol Magistrates’ Court for safety breaches.

Judicial employees in Greece are set to continue their mobilizations next week, including abstaining from work at the former Magistrate's Court on Monday and a two-hour abstention at other courts.

Following a fire that engulfed the court building, the Judicial Service has relocated the Circuit Court ‘A’ and District Magistrate Court ‘B’ in Sunyani to the Sunyani High Court premises.

The Indian Supreme Court has ruled that free legal aid is a fundamental right from the moment an individual is brought before a magistrate, setting binding timelines for its provision.

A judge has invited Mazón to disclose all his messages and calls from the day of the 'dana' (severe weather event). The magistrate will await the Audiencia's decision on whether the former president has the right to appear in the case before setting a declaration date, but urges him to provide the data within 5 days.

The High Court has ordered the release of Mehraj Malik, an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Jammu and Kashmir, who was detained last September under the Public Safety Act following an argument with the Doda district magistrate.

A security guard was safely rescued after a fire engulfed the Sunyani District Magistrate Court ‘A’ and ‘B’ building in Ghana on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Five individuals aged 17 to 20, recruited via Telegram in Lyon suburbs, are suspected of abducting a French magistrate and her mother in February in a cryptocurrency-related extortion scheme. Authorities are investigating an elusive mastermind linked to other similar cases.

An early-morning fire completely razed Magistrate Court 1 in Ikom LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria, destroying critical records, exhibits, and ongoing case files.

Simon Fawthrop, a Tory councillor, was sacked as a magistrate after accusing a judge of operating a 'two-tier justice system' in a ULEZ case, drawing comparisons to the acquittal of Greenpeace activists.

A Magistrate Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced three men for assaulting officials of the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), also known as Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI), during an enforcement operation.

A judicial magistrate in Karachi has sent a man to prison on judicial remand after he was arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb the US consulate general.

A Kebbi magistrate court ordered the detention of Sufyanu Bala, a factional ADC chairman, escalating a leadership crisis within the party.

The city of Přerov, Czech Republic, is opening its newly reconstructed Emos building, which will serve as the new seat of the city hall. A public open day is scheduled for May 14, followed by the relocation of the magistrate's offices.

A pet langur named 'Matru', belonging to an IAS officer in Uttar Pradesh, unexpectedly crashed a farmers' meeting and was seen sitting in District Magistrate Asmita Lal's place.

A 37-year-old factory supervisor has been charged at the Magistrate’s Court in Klang, Malaysia, with the murder of a nine-month-old baby.

A Magistrate’s Court in Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria, has remanded 29 suspects at a correctional center on charges of assault, stealing, and malicious damage.

A District Magistrate Court in Enchi, Ghana, has remanded Robert Amoah, a hunter, into police custody on suspicion of murdering a charcoal producer.

Prison guards blocked Villepinte prison in France, protesting severe overcrowding and expressing 'total fed up' with magistrates, following a Council of Europe report condemning the state of French prisons.