Morocco Prepares Judicial Committees in Stadiums Ahead of the 2030 World Cup
Rabat – Moroccan Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, announced that Morocco is planning to establish judicial committees within stadiums to swiftly address any violations that supporters may commit during the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal.
Ouahbi explained that this initiative is part of extensive judicial reforms aimed at alleviating pressure on courts from minor cases. He noted that the committees will comprise public prosecutors and will collaborate with judicial and security authorities to ensure incidents are managed quickly while respecting legal procedures.
Morocco expects the number of visitors to rise to 26 million by 2030, compared to 17.4 million in 2024. To achieve this goal, Morocco is studying the experiences of past international tournaments, including the World Cup and the Olympics, to develop a comprehensive legal strategy.
The minister also announced the signing of a judicial cooperation agreement with Spain and Portugal to facilitate the transfer or handling of cases and to provide mutual legal assistance, alongside reviewing family and criminal laws and introducing alternative penalties, such as electronic monitoring, to ease prison overcrowding.
Regarding alcohol consumption in fan zones, Ouahbi affirmed Morocco’s ability to blend its cultural traditions with the needs of international guests, clarifying that public drinking is prohibited while discussing the regulation of alcohol consumption in designated areas with clear conditions.
He added that preparations also include multilingual judicial offices to assist foreign visitors, specialized training for judges in sports, tourism, and consumer disputes, and expanding the use of mediation to relieve pressure on courts.
The minister concluded: “The 2030 World Cup will not merely be a sporting event, but an opportunity to demonstrate Morocco’s commitment to modernizing its judicial system and providing justice equally to citizens and visitors.”
Infrastructure in Morocco is undergoing extensive updates in preparation for the tournament, including new stadiums, expansions of transportation networks and airports, increased hotel capacity, and urban renewal.
