A City University professor has been sentenced to 4½ months in prison for offering a HK$1,000 bribe to a Hong Kong property agent, with a magistrate dismissing claims of 'cultural difference'.
Moldova's Judges Evaluation Commission announced a new round of public hearings for the external evaluation process of judges, scheduled for March 26-30, 2026, with Magistrate Ana Cucerescu among those to be evaluated.
A 43-year-old NYSC staff member, Abbas Olalekan, has been arraigned in an Abeokuta Chief Magistrates’ Court on charges of conspiracy and attempting to procure an abortion, following the death of a corps member allegedly from abortion complications.
A Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) has accused the Moga District Collector (DC) of extreme harassment and mental agony following the Baghapurana Block Samiti chairman polls, requesting a transfer.
A Magistrate’s Court in Ikorodu approved three overseas laboratories to carry out the DNA test, months after initially directing that the procedure be conducted.
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The Romanian government faces billions of euros in debt to magistrates due to thousands of lawsuits over salary arrears, with funds originally allocated for the High Court of Cassation and Justice now being diverted to cover social packages.
Romanian Premier Ilie Bolojan announced conclusions after a coalition meeting regarding a budget deadlock, stating that the payment of certain rights won in court by magistrates will be postponed. He aims for the budget to be applied by tomorrow.
Malaysia charged two men on Tuesday and moved to bring back another from Thailand as authorities sought to contain a wave of religiously charged provocations that has sharpened tensions in the multicultural country.
Controversial preacher Zamri Vinoth, 41, and activist Arun Dorasamy, 56, both pleaded not guilty in separate magistrates’ courts to charges linked to social media posts that prosecutors said were capable of “causing public alarm”.
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The magistrates base their decision mainly on the fact that he did not hold the position of guarantor of a specific duty or obligation that requires the crime of negligent homicide to be prosecuted...
The Allahabad High Court has criticized the District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police of Sambhal, stating they cannot restrict the number of worshippers at a mosque and should resign if they cannot enforce the rule of law.
Moldova's National Integrity Authority (ANI) has refused to initiate an asset check on Judge Lilia Lupașco. Lupașco is the magistrate who, in the first instance, convicted Nicanor Ciochină in a case where he is accused.
The National Association of Magistrates (ANM) has condemned 'unacceptable tones' against magistrates in the context of the upcoming referendum, with writer Dacia Maraini also expressing her opposition, viewing the government's approach as an attempt to punish magistrates and limit their freedom.
The family of Elias, who was killed by a machete in Paris in January 2025, is demanding accountability from the French justice system and advocating for a law that would require magistrates to meet victims' families in cases of judicial malfunction.
Magistrate Daria Sușchevici, who acquitted former Health Minister Andrei Usatîi and four others in a case concerning the illegal pledging of the Republican Clinical Hospital's ground floor, is leaving the judicial system.
Claudio Cottatellucci, president of the National Association of Juvenile and Family Magistrates, criticized a ministerial inspection as an 'unjustified' act of intimidation, stating that interventions should only occur in cases of disciplinary violations, calling it 'judicial illiteracy'.
The magistrate, Mrs O. O. Fadairo, admitted the defendant to bail in the sum of N300,000 with one surety in like sum
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Don Ciotti, founder of Libera, expresses concern over the Italian government's proposed judicial reform, viewing it as punitive towards magistrates and designed to protect the powerful. He worries about changes to the Constitution and the balance of powers being pushed through by the majority.
In a five-page order passed earlier this week, Chief Judicial Magistrate of Srinagar, Tabasum, directed that the matter be listed on March 12 for framing of charges
An Ondo State Magistrate Court sitting in Akure has ordered the arrest and detention of a suspect, Oba Adewale Sunday Boboye, over alleged contempt of court in connection with a land dispute.
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While the four accused would be produced before the jurisdictional magistrate, the minor boy would be produced before the juvenile justice board, police said
Italian Undersecretary Mantovano criticizes the Superior Council of the Judiciary (CSM), calling it an 'area of impunity' that rewards negligent magistrates, and dismisses objections regarding the Nobel Prize lottery.
Italian magistrate Giovanni Tartaglia Polcini was honored by Ecuador's Minister of Foreign Affairs for his dedication to fighting crime during a ceremony in Quito.
Rape allegations meant magistrate should have determined Brian Earl Johnston’s bail, Queensland coroner’s court told
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Kelly Wilkinson was flagged as a high-risk aggrieved person by both Queensland police and a domestic violence service but was murdered by her estranged husband days after he was improperly granted bail, an inquest has heard.
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Police seek a ban on contact with Netanyahu and the PMO and a travel ban, as Rishon Lezion Magistrate’s Court President Judge Menahem Mizrahi set a hearing for Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
A sessions court has stayed the bail granted by a magistrate court to Chib, a protester involved in an incident at an AI summit, calling it a 'rare and exceptional case'.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting with District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police from seven districts of the Seemanchal region to tighten security along the Indo-Nepal border and crack down on illegal activities.
The Belgian justice system is on the brink of chaos as the new Penal Code is set to come into force on April 8, with magistrates and opposition MPs raising major concerns about delays in voting on the texts.
Constitutional Court judges Gheorghe Stan and Cristian Deliorga, in a separate opinion, warned that capping magistrate pensions at 70% 'annuls the guarantees of independence' after voting for the law's unconstitutionality.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama sharply criticized the Constitutional Court's decision regarding magistrates' salaries, accusing them of attempting to create a large hole in the state budget.
Romanian mercenary Horațiu Potra is requesting a change in his detention regime after collapsing in front of judges. He informed the magistrates that he can no longer endure the maximum-security prison, with the court expected to rule today.
Following reforms to magistrates' special pensions, Romania's Prime Minister announced plans to change rules for other categories, such as police and military, who currently retire before 65.
The judicial investigation led by a judge into a DANA (isolated high-level depression) storm is facing potential nullity claims. Relatives of victims have filed a complaint against the magistrate, alleging interference by her husband, also a judge, during witness testimonies.
The Alexandra Magistrates’ Court in South Africa is reportedly overwhelmed by sewage and rubbish, highlighting severe infrastructure and sanitation issues at the facility.
Nicholas Gyekyey, a 22-year-old galamsey operator, alias “Town Boy”, has been remanded into police custody by the District Magistrate Court in Enchi for allegedly murdering his wife, Erica Ocansey. His plea has not been taken, and he will reappear before the court on Monday, March 2, 2026. The prosecutor, Police Detective Chief Inspector Joseph Kwadwo […]
The Police on Monday arraigned an 83-year-old man, Idowu Olowo, before an Ile-Ife Magistrates’ Court in Osun, over an alleged land grabbing.
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The use of special surveillance means against magistrates in Bulgaria has reportedly exceeded its original purpose of combating serious crime, becoming a mechanism to discipline 'inconvenient' individuals within the justice system, making judges the most monitored citizens.
Magistrates in Cross River State are continuing their strike, stating that negotiations with the government regarding the provision of official vehicles for over 74 magistrates remain inconclusive.
The UK government is facing fierce backlash over a plan to wipe magistrates’ court records on grooming gangs, with critics warning it could shield abusers and undermine national efforts against such crimes.
Italian Justice Minister Carlo Nordio has taken political responsibility regarding a referendum, stating that Bartolozzi is not in question and that the National Association of Magistrates (ANM) will exert strong pressure, becoming an "anomalous political subject."
India's Supreme Court has strongly criticized Gurgaon police and a magistrate for insensitivity in forcing a 3-year-old rape victim to confront the accused during legal proceedings.
The USR party has urged the Romanian Senate to approve a bill that would reduce magistrates' daily allowances to the fixed sum provided for public officials, criticizing the current system as a "carrot" for the judiciary's oligarchy.
Romania's Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) announced it would initiate and support legal action to ensure magistrates receive their owed payments from the government.
Romania's High Court of Cassation and Justice (ÎCCJ) has criticized the government's decision to cut funds allocated for financial rights won by magistrates in court, emphasizing that the execution of judicial decisions is not optional.
The Allahabad High Court has taken note of 'high-handed' police officers and instructed magistrates to order First Information Reports (FIRs) against them without fear, emphasizing judicial oversight.
A 23-year-old man has been remanded in custody after testifying before an investigating magistrate in Thessaloniki, accused of the murder of a 20-year-old in Kalamaria, while maintaining he acted in self-defense.
The European Commission has agreed to constructively consider Romania's arguments regarding the reform of magistrates' pensions, a key milestone in the country's National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR).
The examination of the treason case against Ion Creangă, former head of the Parliament's legal department, has resumed from the beginning after the resignation of magistrate Arina Ialanji, with the prosecutor requesting his forced appearance while his lawyer cites a 'very precarious' health condition.
The number of disciplinary procedures against magistrates in France has significantly increased since 2021, covering issues like conflicts of interest, information leaks, and sexual violence, though sanctions remain marginal.
President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.
Annalisa Imparato, a magistrate from Santa Maria Capua Vetere, has become a prominent and effective figure in the campaign supporting justice reform, facing scrutiny over a blocked Senate consultancy.
Authorities have announced a public holiday for all of Islamabad’s educational institutions on March 13 (Friday), according to a notification issued by the district magistrate.
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The debate surrounding an upcoming referendum in Italy has escalated, with Undersecretary Mantovano accusing the 'yes' camp of ostracizing magistrates and making threats, while opposition leader Schlein criticizes the government for attempting to dictate judicial roles.
Laurențiu Beșu, a former judge and current prosecutor featured in the Recorder documentary 'Justiție capturată' (Captured Justice), is under disciplinary investigation by the Judicial Inspection for 'disrespecting the secrecy of deliberation.'
Lawyers and magistrates are divided over whether proposed fines of up to ten thousand euros in changes to the penal process violate the Constitution. While magistracy councils see no issues or omit the question, the Bar Association identifies unconstitutional aspects.
Bartolozzi, chief of staff for the Italian Ministry of Justice, caused a stir by stating the judiciary is an 'execution squad,' later clarifying his comment was meant to emphasize that reforms aim to restore credibility to magistrates.
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 6 - Premier Giorgia Meloni on Friday said children do not belong to the State and magistrates had forgotten their limits after a juvenile court ruled that three children who had…
A Malaysian mother who allowed her underage son to drive her car, which later got into an accident claiming three lives, was fined 1,500 ringgit (US$379) by the Magistrate’s Court in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan state.
Magistrate Nurul Azuin Mohd Talhah also ordered 40-year-old Nur Farahidayah A Rahman to be jailed for three months in the event she was unable to pay the fine.
“After considering the guilty plea by the accused, mitigating factors and submissions by parties and the aggravating...
The doctrine of the High Court of Justice (TSJ) is being used by Mazón to avoid imputation, with two magistrates who will decide on the investigation having previously rejected initial complaints based on causal nexus and culpability principles.
High-ranking officials from Ziguinchor City Hall in Senegal have been summoned by an investigating magistrate in connection with an alleged financial scandal.
Magistrates in Porto Este, Portugal, are denouncing precarious working conditions, including extreme overload with some prosecutors managing 500 domestic violence cases. Lack of staff and degraded facilities compromise justice.
Moldovan magistrate Aureliu Postică, found guilty of making false declarations, expressed surprise at ZdG's rapid publication of the news, calling it a 'veritable analysis' and claiming to be a 'victim of media condemnation'.
A magistrate’s court lifted the travel ban on PMO chief Tzachi Braverman, citing the Iran war. The ruling allows him to serve as UK Ambassador despite the ongoing "midnight meeting" investigation.
LAHORE: A judicial magistrate at the district courts on Friday dismissed the post-arrest bail petition of a Canadian national pursuing doctoral research in Pakistan in a cybercrime case.
Magistrate Naeem Wattoo announced the decision while hearing the bail plea of Hamza Ahmad Khan, after arguments from the prosecution and defence.
Khan was booked by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) for targeting state institutions and leadership through “disseminating misinformation and d...
The Court of Appeal reinstated the Magistrate’s Court’s conviction and fine against a tow truck driver, nearly seven years after a fatal Johor highway crash.
Penang’s youngest executive councillor Fahmi Zainol has been charged at the Magistrate’s Court in the Malaysian state with voluntarily causing hurt to his wife.
The 35-year-old, who is the Pantai…
Italian prosecutor concludes preliminary investigations against Bartolozzi, prompting Justice Minister Nordio to express perplexity regarding the timing of the magistrates' actions.
A French magistrate recently went public about how US envoys had tried to interfere in French national politics. Experts say it is clear that France is a target of disinformation strategies.
A French magistrate revealed attempts by US envoys to interfere in French national politics, with experts noting France is a target of disinformation strategies.
A judicial magistrate in Lahore has issued a notice to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) regarding a bail petition filed by a Canadian national, Hamza Ahmed Khan, who was arrested in a cybercrime case.
Court itself to search devices for documents related to national security inquiry as newspaper calls ruling ‘victory’
A federal judge has prohibited the justice department from searching electronic devices it seized from a Washington Post reporter, ruling that the court will search the devices for documents related to a national security investigation itself.
In his ruling, magistrate judge William Porter criticized the Trump administration for omitting relevant case law in its application fo...
Romania's Presidential Administration has issued a clarification regarding public information about potential delays in the promulgation of the law amending and supplementing normative acts in the field of service pensions for magistrates.
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 24 - President Sergio Mattarella told the Audit Court that it played a fundamental role for the Italian Republic ahead of the inauguration of the judicial year there Tuesday.
"It's a pleasure to meet you. This is an opportunity for me to pay homage to the Court of Auditors and to thank you for the fundamental role it plays for the Republic," said Mattarella, meeting with a delegation of magistrates from the Court.
A video of the meeting is available on the Quirinale website...
A judicial magistrate in Lahore has ordered the restoration of YouTuber Saadur Rehman, also known as Ducky Bhai's, frozen bank accounts in a case related to promoting gambling applications on social media.
Italian Minister Nordio has again attacked magistrates, accusing them of attempting to 'mortgage politics.' He warned that a 'no' vote would increase the judiciary's conditioning of political parties.
Mr. El-Rufai has filed a N1 billion lawsuit against the ICPC and others, challenging the legality of a raid on his Abuja residence and seeking to deem any evidence obtained inadmissible.
El-Rufai named the Chief Magistrate, Magistrate’s Court of the FCT, Abuja Magisterial District; I-G and Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) as the 2nd to 4th respondents respectively.
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The leadership of all Romanian Courts of Appeal has formally requested President Nicușor Dan to send back to Parliament for re-examination a law concerning special pensions for magistrates.
A Hong Kong court has granted bail to a driver suspected to have deliberately crashed his coach on the Shenzhen Bay Bridge, injuring 17 passengers, with the magistrate urging the man’s family to “pay extra attention” to his condition.
Lee Kai-po, 63, appeared before West Kowloon Court on a charge of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm on Wednesday. Bail was set at HK$50,000 (US$6,370).
As part of his bail conditions, Lee was told to hand in his driving licence and ordered not to leave...
A magistrate shares insights from two decades of presiding over divorce cases, highlighting the challenges and limitations of the law in saving marriages.
India's Supreme Court expressed serious concern and slammed the 'insensitive' conduct of Haryana Police and a magistrate, citing alleged violations of procedures under the POCSO Act in a minor's rape case, following an earlier summons to the Gurugram police chief.
Italy is set to hold a constitutional referendum on justice reform on Sunday, March 22, and Monday, March 23. Voters will decide on proposed changes to the justice system, which include, among other things, the separation of careers for magistrates.
The Telangana High Court has ruled that police cannot unilaterally assume the power of a magistrate to seal buildings, clarifying the limits of police authority.
Ahead of a referendum on the separation of judicial careers, a controversial aspect of Italy's judicial reform concerning the drawing of lots for magistrates is being debated, with critics arguing it favors political influence.
A 19-year-old arrested for involvement in a fatal clash in Kalamaria that resulted in the death of a 20-year-old has been granted a new deadline to testify before the 1st regular investigating magistrate in Thessaloniki.
Malaysian activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak failed to appear at the Magistrate’s Court in Langkawi for a sacrilege charge, leading to a delay in the proceedings until May 17, with his current whereabouts unconfirmed.
Three prison agents at the Haren facility in Belgium were assaulted by a detainee who reportedly intended to self-harm. Police were called to the scene, and the detainee was extracted and presented to a magistrate.
Justice Mwilu advised newly appointed magistrates to prioritize doing the right thing, even when it does not align with their personal self-interest, emphasizing ethical conduct in their judicial roles.
A new District Munsif and Judicial Magistrate Court has been inaugurated near Katpadi, which will operate from refurbished panchayat office premises in the village.
For the first time, all 294 constituencies in West Bengal will have sub-divisional magistrate-level or higher officers serving as Returning Officers, aligning the state with practices across the rest of India.
Spain's General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) has launched a new investigation into Judge Peinado concerning a leak related to the Begoña Gómez case, following previous complaints against the magistrate.
A middleman responsible for orchestrating a series of antisemitic attacks in Sydney, including the firebombing of a childcare center, has been sentenced to five years in jail, with the magistrate finding the motivation to be financial reward.
An Ogun State Magistrate Court sitting in Isabo area of Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Tuesday remanded four student leaders over alleged assault and destruction of property.
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A Hong Kong woman is facing charges stemming from the 2019 protests and unrest after returning from Australia – more than six years after her alleged offence took place. Ami Chan, 21, appeared in the Eastern Magistrates’ Courts on Monday to face one count of “possession of an offensive weapon in public” and another of […]
The Bulgarian Ministry of Justice has pledged protection for any magistrate willing to publicly testify about dependencies and criminal influence within the judicial system.
Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi expressed concern that political clashes could spill into public squares, specifically referencing an upcoming protest in Rome by the NoKings network. He also criticized magistrates regarding migrant and Albania policies.
Romanian Minister Dragoș Pîslaru announced that the European Commission confirmed it would constructively review Romania's arguments regarding the suspended 231 million euros from the PNRR, following the reform of magistrates' pensions.
Following this judgment, it’s more important than ever that anyone getting married, whether in a traditional ceremony, at the magistrate’s court or in church, should consult an attorney to help…
A magistrate judge in the Eastern District of Virginia ruled in favor of a Washington Post reporter, marking a significant win for press freedom in a national security case.
Magistrate Di Matteo concurs with Gratteri, stating that the mafia needs the judiciary to be delegitimized in the eyes of the public, implying Masons and mafiosi will vote 'yes' in the upcoming referendum.
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has ordered the release of Muzaffar Farooq Mir, stating that his detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA) was 'fundamentally flawed'.
The Romanian government has approved an amendment to the magistrates' pensions law, bringing forward the implementation of certain articles from January 1, 2026, to the date the normative act comes into force.
The Anambra Judicial Commission has expressed concern over the shortage of magistrates and judges, hoping that Governor Chukwuma Soludo will approve more appointments once facilities are in place.
Judges Gheorghe Stan and Cristian Deliorga of the Romanian Constitutional Court, who voted against the constitutionality of the magistrates' pensions law, warned in their dissenting opinion that capping pensions at 70% undermines judicial independence.
The Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) published on Thursday, February 26, the reasoning in the case of the decision by which it declared the project regarding magistrates' pensions constitutional.
Two students from SWESBUS have been remanded for two weeks by an Agona Swedru Magistrate Court for assaulting a student from Awutu Obrachire Senior High School.
The National Union of Judges of Romania (UNJR) is requesting President Nicușor Dan to send the law on magistrates' service pensions back to Parliament for re-examination, accusing Bolojan of a 'Stalinist mentality'.
Gherardo Colombo, a key figure in Italy's 'Mani pulite' anti-corruption investigations, expressed concern that proposed judicial reforms could have prevented or blocked major inquiries like 'Mani pulite' by introducing disciplinary proceedings against magistrates.
The article explains why President Nicușor Dan cannot promulgate the law modifying magistrates' pensions until the Constitutional Court officially transmits its decision and it is published in the Official Monitor, clarifying CTP's criticism.
The Portuguese Public Prosecutor's Office (PGR) plans to establish specialized teams of magistrates by September to combat fraud within the National Health Service (SNS).
Nicholas Gyekyey, a 22-year-old galamsey operator, alias “Town Boy”, has been remanded into police custody by the District Magistrate Court in Enchi for allegedly murdering his wife, Erica Ocansey.
A 34-year-old man has been charged with loitering after allegedly splashing an unknown liquid on three women in separate incidents in Sha Tin. The defendant, a chef surnamed Cheung, appeared at the Shatin Magistrates’ Courts on Monday. He was denied bail, and his case was adjourned to April 10, local media reported. The prosecution said […]
The European Union has imposed 'Navalny' sanctions on eight Russian magistrates and investigators. This action targets individuals involved in cases related to the Russian opposition figure.
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court criticized a District Magistrate for unlawfully locking a family out of their home, stating the court cannot act as a 'rubber stamp' for such actions.
A British tourist charged with criminal damage and drug possession after a viral video showed him damaging check-in kiosks at the Hong Kong International Airport has been released on HK$5,000 bail. Youcef Bennoui, 35, appeared at the West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday following his arrest on Monday. Earlier this week, viral social media footage showed a […]
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has urged other institutions to respect the Supreme Council of Magistrates (CSM), the country's top magistrates' body.
A team of magistrates will search the so-called "Epstein files" to identify any further possible offences. The case of French modelling agent Jean-Luc Brunel is to be thoroughly re-examined.