Supreme Judicial Council Orders Strict Measures to Protect Public Roads and Utilities

mniraq - The Supreme Judicial Council has directed specialized investigation courts to take strict legal actions against those encroaching on public road reservations and areas designated for public utility. This directive was issued during a regular council session, which reviewed municipal reports regarding ongoing violations. The council emphasized the rigorous application of the Public Roads Law and the Iraqi Penal Code against offenders. Furthermore, the directive included tightening legal penalties for any assaults on service and engineering personnel while performing their duties in executing and rehabilitating public projects, ensuring the uninterrupted progress of public services.