Government to Investigate Police and State Prosecution’s Conduct in Ramon Probe

Israel’s government voted June 17 to set up an official commission of inquiry to probe improprieties in the investigation of Minister Haim Ramon, who was tried for sexual harassment. During Ramon’s trial grave violations of his due process rights by police, prosecutors and judges were inadvertently revealed in court.

Appointment of the committee, which has the power to subpoena witnesses and prescribe disciplinary measures, followed Attorney General Mazuz’s refusal to discipline the individuals responsible for violating Ramon’s due-process rights. Appointment of the commission was met by criticism on the part of the Attorney general, the Chief of Police, and the present and former Chief Justices of the Supreme Court.

See the full story on the Israel Policy Center’s website. The government’s action was supported by IPC.