The Ministry of Justice of the Syrian Arab Republic issued an official statement affirming its continued monitoring of discussions surrounding legal procedures in cybercrime cases, emphasizing its commitment to the principles of the Constitutional Declaration.
The Ministry clarified in its statement that the Constitutional Declaration stipulates the repeal of exceptional laws, while simultaneously affirming the continued application of current legislation until it is amended or repealed in accordance with established legal and constitutional procedures.
Review of Legislation and Judicial Regulations
In a move aimed at strengthening rights and freedoms, the Ministry revealed its efforts over the past period to review legislation that may raise constitutional issues and to take measures to prevent any legal interpretation that contradicts the rights guaranteed to citizens.
Under the supervision of the Supreme Judicial Council, judicial regulations and standards have been established to ensure the proper application of current legal texts, thus preventing any "legal vacuum" that could affect the course of justice.
Technical Committees for Legislative Reform
In the context of legislative reform efforts, the Ministry announced the formation of legal and technical committees to review a number of laws, most notably the Cybercrime Law.
This review involves relevant stakeholders, including the Ministries of Information, Interior, and Communications, with the aim of achieving a "balanced legal framework" that provides the necessary tools to combat cybercrime while protecting public freedoms.
Guarantees of a Fair Trial
The Ministry of Justice concluded its statement by affirming that these measures, in cooperation with the judiciary, constitute a guarantee against the exploitation of legal texts and their application in a manner contrary to the constitution, emphasizing its full commitment to the guarantees of a fair trial and equality before the law.
The Ministry also called upon citizens to cooperate with the relevant authorities to consolidate the rule of law and enhance stability.
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