The Egyptian Parliament's Constitutional and Legislative Affairs Committee, led by Counselor Mohamed Eid Mahgoub, convened on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, to discuss a proposed amendment to the 2025 Criminal Procedures Law. The meeting was attended by Counselor Hani Hanna, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs. The amendment, introduced by MP Hesham El-Hosary, aims to postpone the implementation of the new law to ensure the necessary preparations are in place.
According to the explanatory note of the proposed amendment, the 2025 Criminal Procedures Law included comprehensive regulations for criminal procedures, along with new provisions that require completion of the necessary requirements for its implementation. These requirements include organizational, institutional, technical, and human resources preparations. The law was initially set to take effect on October 1, 2026, but the proposed amendment seeks to delay this date.
The explanatory note highlights that the practical considerations at the time of preparing the law necessitated postponing its implementation to October 1, 2026, to allow sufficient time for preparations. These preparations include completing electronic systems for remote litigation, databases, and means of connection, as well as digitizing procedures and preparing and qualifying human cadres.
The proposed amendment aims to postpone the implementation of the law to October 1, 2027, to ensure that all requirements are met before its enforcement. This includes conducting practical tests of new systems and procedures and monitoring any potential obstacles. The law's implementation will extend to all parts of the country, necessitating thorough preparations.
The proposed amendment consists of two articles. The first article replaces the phrase "October 1, 2027" with "the first day of October following the date of its publication" in the 2025 Criminal Procedures Law. The second article stipulates that the law will be published in the Official Gazette and will take effect the day after its publication.
The committee's discussion focused on ensuring that the necessary preparations are in place for the successful implementation of the new law. This includes ensuring the readiness of electronic systems, human resources, and other essential requirements. The proposed amendment seeks to guarantee a smooth transition and effective enforcement of the law.
The postponement of the law's implementation is seen as a crucial step in ensuring that the new procedures are implemented effectively and efficiently. The law aims to enhance the country's judicial system and ensure that justice is served. The committee's decision will be crucial in determining the future of the proposed amendment.
Key points
- The Egyptian Parliament is considering a proposal to postpone the implementation of the new criminal procedures law to October 1, 2027.
- The proposed amendment aims to ensure that all necessary preparations are in place before the law's enforcement.
- The law's implementation will extend to all parts of the country, necessitating thorough preparations.
