Morocco’s Government Council on Thursday approved a draft decree outlining the implementation of alternative sentencing, a move aimed at easing prison overcrowding and strengthening the country’s criminal justice system.
The decree, No. 2.25.386, was introduced by Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi and forms part of the broader rollout of Law No. 43.22, which promotes non-custodial penalties for minor offences, including community service, fines, and electronic monitoring.
Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas said during a press briefing that the measure seeks to make sentencing more humane while improving rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. It also supports more efficient enforcement of sentences and reduces reliance on incarceration for low-level crimes.
The draft also sets out responsibilities for the prison administration at both the central and local levels, and defines the operational framework for electronic surveillance systems.
Baitas added that the government aims to improve coordination among all stakeholders involved in the execution of alternative sentences to ensure their effective application.
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