Morocco sanctions 14 magistrates, promotes 561 others
The High Council of Magistrature decided at its April 12 session, to take a set of disciplinary measures against 14 magistrates, and to promote 561 others, a decision approved by king Mohammed VI, chairman of the council.
The council decided to dismiss two judges, suspend three others and superannuate four others, while five magistrates have been cleared of charges, the council said in a release, adding that it has also decided to promote 561 judges to higher ranks.
A proposal to extend retirement age was rejected, but will be examined during the council's coming meeting in September.
