“Closed Meeting Reveals Controversial Findings on Interim Director’s Conduct at National Bureau of Trials”
Closed meeting held to present preliminary research findings on the work of interim director ARgam Hovsepyan at the National Bureau of Trials. Out of 125 participants, 121 were involved in the research. Competition for vacant head position to be held on May 30.
“Anti-Corruption Committee Probes Undisclosed Cash Flows to RA Judicial Department: Freedom House Raises Concerns Over Judicial Independence”
The anti-corruption committee is investigating undisclosed cash flows to RA Judicial Department. Freedom House lacks this info as monitoring is covered in the publication and within the Anti-Corruption Committee. RA Chief Justice Anna Vardapetyan responded to Freedom House, denying their claim of lack of judiciary independence. Monitoring actions are being carried out related to bank transfers.
“Prominent Armenian Journalist’s Petition Deleted by Judicial Department: Controversial Move Sparks Outrage”
Prominent Armenian journalist Aram Asatryan faces controversy on his ongoing petition, as it was unexpectedly deleted by the RA Judicial Department, citing a violation of “self-censorship.” Lawyer Ruben Melikyan shares the significance of the publication, questioning its credibility. Furthermore, questions arise surrounding the specific ruling referred to in the published text. This heightened struggle for Asatryan’s freedom sheds light on the regime’s desperate measures. News from Armenia.
“RA Supreme Judicial Council Responds to Allegations of Judge Misconduct and Corruption in Criminal Proceedings”
The RA Supreme Judicial Council comments on the announcement by the RA Judicial Department, expressing concern over judges’ long stay in courtrooms without being under arrest. Measures will be implemented to counteract judges’ abuse of power, involvement in corruption, and other offenses. The Supreme Judicial Council will study judicial acts and investigation reports for the systematic application of the law. The RA Judicial Department remains committed to combating abusive judicial participation.