The justice minister met for the first time with the designated state attorney, stressing the importance of having an independent rule of law system • Nissenkorn said he intends to bring the appointment to government approval as early as Sunday • Advocate Isman expressed regret over what he had said to women in the past,
Designated State Attorney Adv. Amit Isman and Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn
Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn and the designated State Attorney, Adv. Amit Isman, met for the first time today (Tuesday) at the Minister's Office in Jerusalem. The two discussed Isman's professional experience, including the senior positions he has held so far, Nissenkorn has made it clear that he will work to promote Adv. Isman's appointment soon, and will submit his appointment to the government for approval this coming Sunday.
In his conversation with Adv. Isman, Minister Nissenkorn noted the recommendations received by the search committee, which selected him unanimously from a number of candidates. He also stressed the great importance of the existence of an independent rule of law system in a democracy, and the fundamental duty of maintaining independence. The threshold.
Advocate Isman presented to the Minister his doctrine regarding the major challenges currently facing the law enforcement system, emphasized his agreement on the importance of the independence of gatekeepers, and clarified that he would work to streamline and strengthen the system.
In addition, the two discussed the administrative proceedings that took place in Adv. Isman's case regarding inappropriate statements made by him in the past.
Nissenkorn stressed that such statements are unacceptable and have no place in public and professional discourse.
In this regard, the Minister noted the opinion of the locating committee that examined the issue seriously, and believed that these statements, which were made 6 and 12 years ago, do not characterize Isman's work and conduct, and that in all the circumstances, do not amount to a normative defect preventing him To serve as State Attorney.
Advocate Isman expressed to the Minister deep sorrow for what was said, took responsibility for his actions and undertook to act to maintain a respectful discourse in the course of his duties and in general.
The Minister of Justice met for the first time with Adv. Amit Ism and stressed the great importance of the existence of an independent rule of law system in a democratic state. • Nissenkorn also said that he intends to bring the appointment of the State Attorney to the government on Sunday. In the past for women, and has pledged to act to maintain a respectful discourse as part of his role