The Algerian National People's Assembly (APN) has adopted a new penal code that introduces the death penalty for certain crimes, including arson and child abduction. The law, which was passed on Thursday, aims to strengthen the protection of children and combat crimes that threaten national security and stability. The new code was adopted in the presence of Minister of Relations with the Parliament, Nadjiba Djilali.
The new penal code introduces the death penalty for crimes such as arson of forests and fields, destruction of public and private property, and child abduction. The law also provides for aggravated penalties for crimes committed with torture, sexual aggression, or other forms of abuse. According to the APN, these measures are necessary to combat the increasing number of such crimes in recent years.
The law also aims to reinforce the protection of children, with the death penalty applicable to anyone who attempts to abduct a child, regardless of the means used. The new code also provides that individuals convicted of these crimes will not be eligible for mitigating circumstances under the penal code. The APN has stated that these measures are designed to provide a strong response to these crimes.
In addition to the new penal code, the APN has also adopted a law on the military justice code. The law, which was presented by the Minister of Justice, provides for the organization and composition of military courts, as well as the definition of crimes and penalties. The new code aims to uniformize legal terminology and strengthen the role of lawyers during investigations and trials.
The military justice code is divided into six sections, covering the definition of the foundations of military justice, the attribution of the quality of president of military parquets to the director of military justice, and the organization of military courts. The law also provides for the competence of military courts, the definition of military penal procedures, and the penal provisions applicable before military courts.
The adoption of these laws is part of the Algerian government's efforts to strengthen national security and combat crime. The APN has stated that these measures are necessary to protect citizens and maintain stability in the country. The new laws have been welcomed by some as a necessary step to address the increasing number of crimes in Algeria.
The Algerian government has been working to strengthen its justice system and combat crime in recent years. The adoption of these laws is seen as a significant step in this effort. The government has stated that it will continue to work to improve the justice system and protect citizens.
Key points
- The Algerian National People's Assembly has adopted a new penal code introducing the death penalty for certain crimes, including arson and child abduction.
- The new code aims to strengthen the protection of children and combat crimes that threaten national security and stability.
- The APN has also adopted a law on the military justice code, which provides for the organization and composition of military courts.
