Sunday 23/Feb/2025 – 04:26 PM
The House of Representatives approved Article 521 of the draft criminal procedure law, which allows the accused during the trial to request a confrontation or discussion of the person whose statements have been hidden, while maintaining the confidentiality of his identity.
The House of Representatives approves the accused’s right to confront the witness without revealing his identity
The article states that this right is carried out in accordance with the investigation and trial procedures from the distance stipulated in the law, in order to ensure the protection of witnesses and at the same time guarantee the defense rights of the accused.
The House of Representatives approved Article (520) of the draft criminal procedure law, which grants the accused or his agent the right to appeal the decision of the Public Prosecutor or the investigating judge to hide the witness’s data, in the event that the examination of the witness’s identity is necessary for defense.
The article states that the appeal takes place before a criminal court the first degree within ten days from the date of confronting the accused of the content of the certificate. The court is detailed after hearing the stakeholders, while ensuring the issuance of a final decision that caused the appeal.
