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No Right to Special Appeal When Court Exercises Judicial Powers on Behalf of Public Prosecutor

In a significant move, it has been revealed that when a court is requested to exercise its judicial powers on behalf of the public prosecutor, there is no right to special appeal against the decision. This development has sparked intense debate among legal experts and stakeholders.

Streamlining Criminal Justice Process

The decision was made in light of the need to streamline the criminal justice process and ensure that cases are handled efficiently. The public prosecutor’s office has been granted more autonomy in deciding which cases to pursue, with courts now exercising their powers on behalf of the prosecutor.

Concerns About Abuse of Power

However, some experts have expressed concerns about the potential for abuse of power and the lack of checks and balances in the system. “The public prosecutor’s office has always had significant discretion when it comes to deciding which cases to pursue,” said one legal expert. “This move simply extends that discretion to courts as well. While it may streamline the process, it also raises concerns about accountability and the potential for abuse.”

Threat to Judicial Independence

The decision is seen as a significant departure from traditional practices in the criminal justice system, where courts have always exercised their powers independently. The lack of right to special appeal against decisions made by courts on behalf of the public prosecutor has been criticized by some as a threat to judicial independence.

“This move is a clear overreach by the executive branch,” said another legal expert. “Courts should be independent and impartial, not mere extensions of the public prosecutor’s office.”

Investigation into Public Prosecutor’s Office

In related news, the Ministry of Justice has announced plans to launch an investigation into allegations of corruption and abuse of power within the public prosecutor’s office. The investigation is expected to take several months to complete and may lead to further reforms in the legal system.

Key Takeaways

  • Courts have no right to special appeal when exercising judicial powers on behalf of the public prosecutor
  • Decision aims to streamline criminal justice process, but raises concerns about abuse of power and lack of checks and balances
  • Investigation into public prosecutor’s office expected to take several months to complete