Morocco plans to establish judicial committees within sports stadiums to expedite the handling of violations that may be committed by fans during the 2030 World Cup matches.
According to Reuters, Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi revealed Morocco’s intention to create committees chaired by public prosecutors in the stadiums that will host World Cup matches, which will be jointly organized by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal.
The same source indicated that these planned judicial reforms aim to accelerate the management of incidents occurring in stadiums and ensure respect for legal procedures, thereby alleviating the burden on courts regarding these cases.
Furthermore, the agency reported that Morocco will seek to sign judicial cooperation agreements with both Spain and Portugal to facilitate the extradition of foreign citizens and expedite related legal procedures.
Regarding alcohol consumption in the stands, particularly among foreign fans, the government official noted that Morocco would strike a balance between its cultural traditions and openness. He emphasized that alcohol is prohibited in public places, despite being available, and added that a regulatory framework would be established to permit practices typical among foreign fans within clearly defined areas.
According to the minister, judicial authorities will also set up multilingual offices within the stadiums and organize specialized training for judges in areas related to sports and tourism.
Ouahbi noted that the upcoming World Cup will serve as an opportunity to demonstrate Morocco’s commitment to modernizing its judicial system and showcasing that justice can benefit both citizens and international partners.
