Serhan Suspends Judge Occupying 'Sensitive Post'

Justice Minister Albert Serhan on Friday suspended a judge occupying a “sensitive post” after he was previously referred to the disciplinary council of judges.

“As part of the investigations being conducted by the Judicial Inspection Commission, the Commission's council issued a resolution on April 4, 2019 to refer a judge to the disciplinary council of judges,” a statement issued by Serhan's office said.

“Today, the justice minister, as per his legal jurisdiction (Article 90 of the judiciary's law), has taken a decision to temporarily suspend the aforementioned judge pending a ruling by the disciplinary council, following a recommendation by the Judicial Inspection Commission's council,” the statement added.

“Investigations are still ongoing and the Judicial Inspection Commission is following up the case and the appropriate decisions will be taken in due time,” the statement said.

LBCI television meanwhile reported that the judge occupies a “sensitive post.”