Publications Regarding Office of State Attorney
Articles
The Police Commissioner’s Response to the Attorney General is Worrying, Erroneous and Dangerous
Written By: Dr. Eran Shamir-Borer, Dr. Guy Lurie
The Police Commissioner's decision to terminate the Israel Police Legal Advisor without consulting the Attorney General to whom the Police Lega Advisor is professionally subordinate the most recent worrying sign of the problematic relations between the Attorney General and various government officials.
Constitutional Crisis – Definitions, Precedents, Implications
Written By: Dr. Amir Fuchs, Adv. Daphne Benvenisty, Dr. Nadav Dagan
Recently, Israel has faced a number of situations that could lead to a constitutional crisis. What is a constitutional crisis and why is it dangerous for the stability of democracy? IDI experts explain.
Netanyahu and His Ministers Have Driven Israel to the Verge of a Constitutional Crisis
Written By: Dr. Amir Fuchs
Disregard of the Attorney General’s authority to interpret the law by several government ministers is leading Israel toward a constitutional crisis.
The Role of the Attorney General and Government Conduct
Written By: Dr. Guy Lurie, Adv. Anat Thon Ashkenazy, Adv. Daphne Benvenisty
In recent days the Attorney General has issued several warnings that decisions are being made using "flawed work processes." This explainer provides an overview of the role and importance of the Attorney General in Israeli democracy, and the current criticism directed by the AG at the government.
Don't Cross the Red Line
Written By: Yohanan Plesner
Israel's system for appointing top law enforcement officials must not be changed
It Boils Down to Netanyahu’s Conspiracy Theories
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
Given the dark insinuations in the PM's request for Knesset immunity, a vote in his favor would be a vote of no-confidence in the rule of law
A Vote of Confidence in the Rule of Law
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
Regardless of the decision regardin PM Netanyahu's request for immunity - the debate will revolve around the more important question: the status of the rule of law in Israel
After Indictment - 59% of Israelis Think Netanyahu Should Step Aside
Written By: Prof. Tamar Hermann, Dr. Or Anabi
The November 2019 Israeli Voice Index finds that 35% of Israelis think PM Netanyahu should resign and stand trial – of the Likud voters - 37% agree
Statement by IDI on the Attorney General's Announcement
As events unfold, IDI puts out a statement on the Attorney General's breaking announcement to indict Prime Minister Netanayhau
IDI's Lurie Applauds Move by A-G Mandelblit to Publish Schedule of Meetings
The Israel Democracy Institute yesterday welcomed the decision by Attorney-General Avichai Mandelblit to publish his schedule of meetings.
Adviser or Prosecutor? Israel's Attorney General Can't be Both
Written By: Prof. Yedidia Z. Stern
IDI Vice President Yedidia Stern asserts that there is a conflict of interest between the Attorney General’s two functions—as State Attorney and State Prosecutor—and the office must be split in two.
Does Israel Need a Police Prosecution Department?
Written By: Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer, Dr. Guy Lurie
In an op-ed in <em>Haaretz</em>, IDI Vice President Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer and Dr. Guy Lurie call for reform that will abolish the Police Prosecution Department, leaving the Police to investigate and the Public Prosecution to bring criminal charges.
Separating the Prosecution from the Police
Written By: Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer, Dr. Guy Lurie
Most criminal cases in Israel are prosecuted by the Israel Police rather than by the State Prosecutor. Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer and Dr. Guy Lurie call for a division that would make the Police responsible for investigations and the State Prosecutor responsible for indictments and trials.
Who Represents Equality – The Attorney General or the Equality of Opportunity Commission?
Written By: Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer, Dr. Talya Steiner
Should the State always present its position in a unified voice or should state institutions with specific expertise sometimes be allowed to present their views separately? Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer and Attorney Talya Steiner address this question In an op-ed in Haaretz.
Minister of Justice Friedman vs. The Judicial System
Written By: Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer, Yael Cohen
Last week, the Justice Minister proposed a bill aimed at separating the duties of the Attorney General from those of the Public Prosecutor. Prof. Mordechai Kremnitzer writes that Friedman's several attempts to introduce changes to the judicial system should be seen for what they are: a part of his larger agenda of weakening the judicial system.
