Senior Prosecutor Steps Down
MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives’ Deputy Prosecutor General, Ali Sameer, resigned from his position on Sunday. Mr. Sameer, who confirmed his departure to local media outlets, did not specify the reasons behind
Nazim Questions Increased Health Insurance Costs for Judges Amid Judicial Delays
MALE’, Maldives — In a contentious Majlis Finance Committee meeting, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim, who represents Dhiggaru Constituency, strongly opposed the proposed increase in health insurance premiums for judges. Nazim argued that
Criminal Court To Start Flogging After New Devaanee Joins
MALÉ, Maldives — Despite significant judicial activity around cases of adultery, the Maldives continues to uphold its practice of flogging, drawing comparisons to similar practices in Aceh, Indonesia. According to judicial statistics
Addressing Juvenile Justice Challenges in the Maldives
In a concerted effort to tackle the complex issues surrounding juvenile delinquency, the juvenile justice stake holders are meeting in a three-day “Juvenile Justice Symposium” at Bandos Maldives. The symposium, attended by
Judicial Gridlock: Chief Justice Urges Swift Action as Criminal Cases Grind to a Halt in the City
In a solemn declaration during the inaugural ceremony of the judicial year, Chief Justice Ahmed Muthasim Adnan underscored the critical need for immediate resolution as criminal proceedings in the city have come