
ALGIERS - On Tuesday, the Council of the Nation adopted a bill amending Ordinance 66-156 of the Criminal Code during a plenary session chaired by Salah Goudjil, President of the Council, with the attendance of Justice Minister Abderrachid Tabi and Minister of Relations with Parliament Basma Azouar.
The new provisions aim to revise criminal procedures, enhance legal protections for business managers and investors, and address crimes such as forgery and impersonation of office. The bill also introduces stricter penalties for harassment and other crimes against vulnerable groups, reinforcing Algeria’s legal framework in line with its broader socio-economic reforms.
Among the key updates, the bill proposes replacing life imprisonment with a maximum 30-year prison term for deliberate violence and arson without resulting in injury or permanent disability. It also criminalizes actions that hinder investment under the 2022 Investment Act, with offenders facing up to seven years in prison if their position facilitated the crime.
Additionally, the bill introduces tougher penalties for harassment, assault, and sexual exploitation, with special provisions criminalizing privacy violations within marital and engagement contexts. Emphasis is placed on combating emerging technological crimes, strengthening penal protections for women, and enhancing security measures.
The Legal and Administrative Affairs Committee praised the amendments, highlighting their importance in promoting investment, improving judicial efficiency, and safeguarding the national social fabric. These changes reflect Algeria’s commitment to political and socio-economic reforms and the effective establishment of a state governed by law.
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