Algiers – President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has issued a presidential decree granting a full pardon to Mohamed El Amine Belghith, who was serving a final sentence. The announcement was made earlier today by the Presidency of the Republic.
The decree, according to the presidential statement, is based on constitutional provisions, specifically Articles 91 (paragraphs 7 and 8) and 182 of the Constitution. Furthermore, the decision was made following a consultative opinion issued by the Supreme Judicial Council, in accordance with the provisions of Article 182 of the Constitution.
The full pardon effectively terminates the remainder of the sentence previously imposed on Belghith. The specifics of the original charges and sentence have not been disclosed in the official statement.
The granting of presidential pardons is a constitutional prerogative often exercised on significant national holidays or in cases deemed to warrant clemency. The decision to pardon Belghith follows established legal procedures and reflects the President’s constitutional authority.
The move is likely to generate discussion within legal and political circles. While presidential pardons are legally sanctioned, they often raise questions about the balance between justice, mercy, and the rule of law. Further details regarding the context and motivations behind this particular pardon are currently awaited.
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