Yariv Levin, in his election speech for the Speaker of the 25th Knesset (Knesset Channel)
An uproar erupted this evening (Wednesday) in the legal system, following the announcement of the appointment of Knesset member Yariv Levin as Minister of Justice.
This, following his statements in the past, in which he harshly criticized the High Court and the Supreme Court judges. "Levin will be judged by his actions and not by his past statements," said Lavala! a senior prosecutor. "We hope he knows the difference between fixing things that need fixing and sowing destruction."
Retired Chief Justice Eliakim Rubinstein expressed hope that Levin's perception will change. In a conversation with Walla, the retired judge said that "I can hope and pray that the appointed minister for Levin will treat the justice system differently than he has treated it for years, after he gets to know it.
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"Who knew how to distinguish between correction and sowing destruction."
Levin (Photo: Maariv, Avshalom Sashoni)
Lawyer David Forer, who represents Knesset member David Bitan in the bribery case, also commented on Levin's appointment.
"The challenge facing Levin's opponent is enormous: carrying out reforms in the law enforcement system and the court system, without harming the power of the systems to provide services to citizens and protect human rights," he said.
"Any change is expected to be opposed by the opposition and the justice system, and Levin must establish a clear order of priorities."
The lawyer also said: "In my opinion, the strength of the court system needs to be strengthened, while it is obliged to deepen the scrutiny of the law enforcement authorities. We must remember that the judicial system protects us citizens from the government authorities, and therefore preserving its independence and strength is critical for us. At the same time, we must Bring the court system to increase the degree of supervision and criticism of the law enforcement system."
The chairman of the Movement for the Quality of Government Eliad Sharaga sharply criticized Levin's appointment. "The flag bows its gaze and is ashamed," he said. You are sent by the threat of judgment.
The plot of the two will not succeed.
Bnei Or will win at the end of the day and history will remember the duo from Dalmaala to Draon Olam."
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