The Presidency of the Public Prosecution's Office called for concerted efforts to support the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 23 and ensure they are conducted smoothly, with respect for the law, probity and fair competition.
In a guidance note, the King's public prosecutor at the cassation court and President of the Public Prosecution's Office, Hicham Balaoui, urged all public prosecution offices at the appeal and first-instance courts to take all necessary measures to monitor the various stages of the electoral process.
He called for firm and rigorous action against any practices likely to undermine the integrity or transparency of the elections, with offenders found to have violated the law held accountable.
Morocco’s top prosecutor also underscored the need to ensure that electoral complaints are investigated swiftly and effectively, that the relevant deterrent legal provisions are enforced, and that law offenders are brought before the courts for trial in accordance with the law.
Relevant judicial officials are required to make the top prosecutor aware of any obstacles that could hinder the implementation of the guidance note, while legal services should remain on duty throughout the entire electoral process.
The guidelines also call for close coordination between regional and local cells within public prosecution offices and the Presidency of the Public Prosecution’s Office in addressing any potential violations.
According to Balaoui, justice plays a key role in strengthening citizens’ trust in institutions and ensuring a secure electoral process, as provided for under Article 11 of the Constitution, which establishes free, genuine and transparent elections as the foundation of legitimate democratic representation.
MAP: 01 September 2026
