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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Aiming to restrain these drivers: imprisonment could be on the table

Lithuanian officials are proposing imprisonment as a penalty for repeat offenders driving without a license, as statistics show a rising trend in road fatalities caused by such individuals.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Italians to vote on changing the legal system

Italians are voting in a referendum on a judicial reform proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which aims to separate judges and prosecutors.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

All Means Are Used: Italians Have Difficulty Understanding the Referendum

The article discusses concerns among Italians about a proposed constitutional change that may affect legal proceedings and the potential release of serious criminals.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

1) The real scandal would be not changing a justice system that is no longer just

The article argues that Italy's justice system is in dire need of reform to ensure it serves and protects citizens rather than burdening them.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

An referee who trains with a team. Now let's align ourselves with civilized countries

The article discusses the need for judges in the legal system to maintain impartiality and independence, emphasizing that they should not have close ties to the teams they oversee, akin to a referee training solely with one sports team.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Prosecutorsโ€™ Office to Replace Prosecutor General After 78 Years... Turmoil Over Supplementary Investigation Powers Expected

Amid planned prosecutorial reforms in South Korea, the transition from the Prosecutor's Office to a newly established Public Prosecution Office marks a significant shift in the countryโ€™s legal landscape.

Mar 22 โ€ข 05:41 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Enough with the system that turns a blind eye to judicial errors

The Italian government is committed to reforming the legal system to create a more efficient and just society for future generations.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Passage of Major Crime Investigation Office Law Led by Democratic Party following Public Prosecution Office Law

The South Korean National Assembly has passed the Major Crime Investigation Office law, instituting the separation of investigation and prosecution.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Letters from readers: There are other steps missing, Mahiques doctrine, nonsense

The article discusses readers' letters emphasizing the need for more democratic reforms in Argentina and critiques the current legal doctrine under the Ministry of Justice.

Mar 21 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Treimann-Legrant: actually, the state should manage the register of pedophiles

Mallu Mariann Treimann-Legrant argues that the state should maintain a public register of convicted pedophiles and abusers, as current legislation hinders transparency and public safety.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:22 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Tanzania Network Pushes to Raise Legal Marriage Age for Girls to 18

The Tanzania Ending Child Marriage Network is advocating for a legal reform to raise the minimum marriage age for girls to 18 as the current law allows marriage at a younger age under certain conditions.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] Prosecutor's Office Law Passed in Parliament... Immediate Introduction of Major Crime Investigation Office Law

The South Korean National Assembly has passed the Prosecutor's Office Law, establishing a new independent agency to handle prosecutions and replacing the soon-to-be-abolished prosecution service.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Residents will be able to receive free consultations on bankruptcy rights

Free consultations on bankruptcy rights will be provided to residents during the "Days of Bankruptcy Process Administrators" on March 24 and 25.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Peers vote to back clause pardoning women convicted over illegal abortions

The House of Lords has voted to support a clause to pardon women previously convicted of illegal abortions in the UK, following a history of increasing prosecutions.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The number of temporary arrests continues to decline. But in 2025, there were more long arrests

Poland sees a decline in temporary arrests, while long-term detention figures have increased, raising concerns about judicial efficiency and the implications for the country's legal system.

Mar 19 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Supreme Court requests a reform from the Government to punish the abandonment of persons with physical disabilities

The Supreme Court of Spain has formally requested a legal reform to penalize the abandonment of individuals with physical disabilities, after a ruling that absolved a caregiver from responsibility for neglecting a disabled man.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Federalism and Recall of Mandate

The article discusses the implications of the Mexican government's 'Plan B' electoral reform which seeks to adjust the legal framework governing local legislatures and state politics.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understanding Dino's Decision on the Compulsory Retirement of Judges and Its Consequences

Brazil's Supreme Court Minister Flรกvio Dino declared the compulsory retirement of judges for serious disciplinary infractions unconstitutional as discussions advance in the Senate regarding a constitutional amendment on the issue.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon's Call for Constitutional Revision, Minister Jeong Seong-ho Says Ministry of Justice Will Begin Legal Review

Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho stated that the Ministry of Justice will initiate a legal review on constitutional revision following President Yoon's directives.

Mar 18 โ€ข 00:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Germany and Spain, Judicial Justice Changed by Appeals... 'Whom Does Court Formalism Exist For?'

Germany and Spain are reshaping their judicial systems as appeals against court formalism raise questions about the rights of defendants and the essence of justice.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Equality will ask the Judiciary to prevent repeat offenders from evading jail with community service

The Ministry of Equality in Spain is advocating for stricter measures against repeat offenders of domestic violence, pushing for them to serve jail time instead of community service.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tax reform affects 65% of STF precedents, points out survey

Approximately 65% of general repercussions in tax decisions made by Brazil's Supreme Federal Court may become inapplicable due to the consumption tax reform.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The government, party, and Blue House establish multiple barriers against prosecutor's investigation interference - Division of opinions on the abolishment of special investigation authority

The Democratic Party of Korea has amended a bill to establish the Serious Crimes Investigation Office, focusing on preventing prosecutor interference in investigations following prolonged negotiations among party members.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Inheritance of Real Estate Made a Little Easier. New Regulations Are Already in Effect

New regulations in Poland simplify the process for heirs regarding real estate inheritance and updating property registers.

Mar 17 โ€ข 03:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Briatore also votes yes. "Prosecutors in Italy never pay"

Flavio Briatore urges Italians to vote yes in a justice referendum, criticizing the judicial system and sharing personal grievances from past legal experiences.

Mar 16 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF1 of Monday, March 16, 2026

The speech by the President of the Supreme Federal Court emphasizes the need for judges to demonstrate impeccable behavior in both public and private life.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Crime & Justice

Former Reform Youth Member and Associates Charged with Drug Offenses and Money Laundering

A former member of the Reform Youth in Tartu is facing serious legal charges, including illegal handling of firearms, drug trafficking, and money laundering.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will LLB be for 4 years after 12th grade? The Supreme Court will soon hear this issue.

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a public interest petition in April regarding the proposed reform of legal education, aiming to establish a 4-year LLB course after 12th grade instead of the current 5-year program.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Concerns Over Judicial Intimidation from 'Distortion of Law' Offense... Supreme Court to Create Task Force for Criminal Trial Protection and Support

The South Korean Supreme Court announced the establishment of a task force to address concerns regarding judicial intimidation related to the newly introduced 'distortion of law' offense.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Prosecutor Reform Promotion Team Leader Says, 'Supplementary Investigation Rights Should Be Considered Reasonably from the Public's Perspective'

The head of the Prosecutor Reform Promotion Team advocated for a focus on enhancing legal services for the public in discussions about supplementary investigation rights for prosecutors.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Concerns Associated with the Use of Lay Judges in Court Proceedings

The Estonian Ministry of Justice has proposed legislation to expedite court proceedings, suggesting the abolition of lay judges due to various concerns about their effectiveness.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Supreme Court Justice Doubts Whether Pakosta Amendment Will Shorten Court Proceedings

Supreme Court Justice Juhan Sarv questions if the proposed amendment will effectively shorten court procedures.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'How do we change the title of the Prosecutor General in the Constitution?'

President Yoon of South Korea emphasizes gradual legal reforms regarding the Prosecutor's Office during a meeting with ruling party lawmakers.

Mar 15 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Seimas Will Consider the Restructuring of the Customs Department

The Lithuanian parliament is set to discuss a proposal to restructure the Customs Department, which includes merging several subordinate institutions into one legal entity.

Mar 15 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Piotr Szymaniak: The Presidential Veto Will Only Reinforce Pathologies of Criminal Procedure

The veto of the criminal procedure reform by President Karol Nawrocki threatens to undermine fundamental legal protections and create enduring procedural issues in Poland.

Mar 14 โ€ข 12:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Three โ€˜Prosecutor-likeโ€™ Reasons for the Wandering Prosecutorial Reform

The article discusses the ongoing debate surrounding prosecutorial reform in South Korea, highlighting three key issues and contrasting the arguments for and against government proposals.

Mar 14 โ€ข 00:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consideration of Former Surnames: Cabinet Decision on Gender Equality Plan, Flow Towards Legalization of Common Use

The Japanese government has determined a five-year gender equality plan that includes considerations for legalizing the use of former surnames for married individuals.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Corruption News Filter: The Government Silently Allows Tax Fraudsters to Enjoy Impunity

Slovak General Prosecutor Maroลก ลฝilinka calls for urgent reform to combat tax fraud that has become rampant due to recent legal changes favoring criminals.

Mar 13 โ€ข 06:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni: "Courageous justice reform, going beyond alarmism and lies"

Giorgia Meloni emphasizes the need for justice reform in Italy during a referendum event in Milan, advocating for courage over fear in pursuing a better legal system.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

On the first day of the implementation of the Judicial 3 Laws, Jo Hee-dae was accused... The first case of judicial petition - 'Forced expulsion of a Syrian national'

The implementation of South Korea's Judicial 3 Laws introduces significant changes to the criminal justice system, with the first case involving a Syrian national seeking to overturn a forced expulsion ruling.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Legal Services Agency closing over a hundred offices across Finland โ€“ read the complete list here

The Legal Services Agency in Finland proposes closing over a hundred offices, significantly restructuring its organization.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The state reduces prosecutors' independence due to police chiefs' criminal case

The Estonian Ministry of Justice and Digitalisation is proposing amendments to the Prosecutor's Office Act that will limit the ability of prosecutors to appeal cases to the Supreme Court, as a response to the criminal cases involving police leaders.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The Unfounded โ€˜Prosecution Cancellation Dealโ€™ Rumor, Focus on Prosecutorial Reform

The Democratic Party in South Korea is taking legal action against a former journalist who raised unfounded allegations of a 'prosecution cancellation deal', as the party aims to stabilize its position amid ongoing conflicts related to prosecutorial reform.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

More are receiving life imprisonment for murder

A significant increase in life sentences for murder has been observed in Sweden due to a law change in 2020.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

What were the most common criminal offenses last year?

Last year, the most common criminal offenses in Latvia were petty theft and driving under the influence, as reported by the Attorney General at a government commission meeting.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Ready to Tackle New Procedures

The article discusses Iceland's preparedness to address new legal procedures.

Mar 11 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Controversial Tax Reform: Is Property Tax Too High? How Expert Opinions Accurately Determine Value

The controversial property tax reform in Germany has led to significant public outcry and legal challenges as many property owners dispute the valuation set by tax authorities.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Five years of torture. A woman in Tachov was raped and abused by her husband

A woman in Tachov, Czechia, endured five years of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of her husband.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

With separate careers, Tortora would have been acquitted of all charges in the first degree

The article discusses the historical injustice faced by journalist Enzo Tortora, highlighting how he was wrongfully convicted and the ongoing debate regarding the separation of legal careers in Italy.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:00 UTC

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