The Council of the Nation (Senate) has deferred voting on several contested articles within the proposed traffic law. This decision aims to facilitate further legal debate and ensure a more balanced formulation of the legislative text.
Instead of proceeding to a vote, the Senate has decided to refer the disputed articles to a joint parliamentary committee. This committee will consist of representatives from both chambers of the Algerian Parliament. Their mandate is to jointly examine the articles and strive to reach a consensus on their wording.
Sources indicate that the upcoming review will primarily focus on decriminalizing certain provisions within the traffic law. This adjustment is intended to align the legislation with modern approaches to penalties, emphasizing preventative and educational measures rather than purely punitive ones. This shift reflects a broader effort to modernize Algeria’s legal framework concerning road traffic.
The goal is to strike a balance between ensuring the safety of road users and upholding the fairness and proportionality of penalties. The revised version of the articles will subsequently be presented for ratification, following established constitutional procedures. The Senate’s decision underscores the importance of thorough deliberation and consensus-building in shaping legislation that affects all citizens.
The joint committee’s work is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, paving the way for a final vote on the amended traffic law. This legislative update is seen as crucial for improving road safety and modernizing the country’s traffic management system.
