Sharjah: The Legislative and Legal Affairs, Appeals, Suggestions and Complaints Committee of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) reviewed the draft law regulating the 'Judicial Authority in the Emirate of Sharjah.'
According to Emirates News Agency, this review took place during a meeting at the council's headquarters in Sharjah, chaired by Mohammed Ali Al Hammadi, the Chairman of the Legislative and Legal Affairs, Appeals, Suggestions and Complaints Committee. The committee emphasized the importance of a thorough examination of the draft law's articles. The law addresses the organisational structure of the judiciary in Sharjah, focusing on the organisation of courts, defining their jurisdictions, and their operational mechanisms. It also includes rules pertaining to judges and conditions for their appointment and promotions.
The committee agreed to continue discussing the draft law in future meetings. The draft contains 88 articles that require additional study and deliberation to ensure their integration with the current legal system. This process aims to enhance the effectiveness of the judiciary in the emirate.