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law-and-politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Israel's Supreme Court Unites to Address Controversial Judicial Coup Law

All 15 justices of Israel's Supreme Court will convene on September 12 to hear petitions challenging a law passed by the Knesset last week that abolishes the reasonableness standard, a key part of the Netanyahu government's plan to weaken the judiciary. The decision to have a full panel of judges indicates the court's belief that this is a significant case, potentially leading to a reduction in the court's powers. Prime Minister Netanyahu has refused to say whether he would abide by a High Court ruling striking down the law. Various organizations and individuals have filed petitions arguing that the law undermines the authority of the judicial system and Israel's essence as a democratic state.

via Haaretz|

#israel #judicial-power #law-and-politics

law-and-politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Judge Denies Intent to Inspire Legislative Changes in Reasonableness Bill

Conservative Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg has distanced himself from a bill proposed by the coalition government in Israel that seeks to restrict the courts' use of the judicial "reasonableness" standard. Sohlberg clarified that his previous criticism of the doctrine was not meant to advocate for legislative restrictions, but rather an internal judicial process. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other government ministers have cited Sohlberg's concerns to justify the legislation, but Sohlberg stated that he did not intend for his ideas to be implemented through legislation. The bill, which is currently being reviewed by the Knesset, aims to limit the courts' ability to review government and ministerial decisions based on reasonableness.

via The Times of Israel|

#benjamin-netanyahu #law-and-politics #legislation

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Nationwide Protests Paralyze Israel as Citizens Rally Against Judicial Overhaul

Organizations leading the judicial overhaul protests in Israel are planning widespread demonstrations to shut down the country after the controversial bill to repeal the court's "reasonableness standard" passed its first reading. Protesters will block highways, hold demonstrations at key locations, and demand a general strike. The police have warned of zero tolerance for public order disturbances and violence against law enforcement. The protest movement believes that demonstrations at Ben-Gurion Airport will receive significant international coverage and demonstrate the government's loss of legitimacy and control. The Airports Authority has urged passengers to arrive early and use public transit due to potential disruptions.

via Haaretz|

#demonstrations #israel #judicial-overhaul