Law

Police fail in request to extend measures against Netanyahu aide Yonatan Urich

During a previous hearing just a few weeks ago, an Israel Police representative noted that the investigation is expected to wrap up within the next few weeks.

Yonatan Urich arrives for a court hearing as part of the 'Qatargate' affair in Lod, August 19, 2025
Israel Police officers seen at the scene of a murder in Abu Snan, Israel, July 29, 2025

Prosecution presents Issam Jarushi with seminal indictment derived from fresh public safety law

A handshake between two businesswomen (illustrative)

Merger talks underway to create mega Israeli law firm

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Leonard Grunstein: A legacy of leadership, law, and lasting impact


High Court rules: Police cannot search suspects’ electronics without warrant

The case and ruling were promoted by a petition by the Public Defender’s Office, which argued that these searches directly contradict the law itself.

 JUSTICE ISAAC AMIT was lawfully chosen as president of the Supreme Court, as a majority of the members of the Judicial Selection Committee supported his selection as required by law, the writer states.

Journalist, lawyer Ronal Fisher convicted of bribery after decade long trial

Given the severity of Fisher’s actions and the serious harm caused to law enforcement and public trust, the prosecution will request that the court impose a custodial prison sentence.

Israeli attorney Ronel Fisher arrives for a court hearing at the Fisher case at the Jerusalem District Court in Jerusalem on October 28, 2024.

The legal landscape of bicycle accidents: Everything you need to know


Netanyahu's legal team pushes back against four day hearing schedule

Netanyahu is on trial in three cases, on charges of fraud, bribery, and breach of trust. He has pleaded not guilty to all three, in the storm of a case that began in 2020.

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the annual opening of the UN General Assembly last September. Israel’s transformation into a pariah state may reach its peak next month at the General Assembly, says the writer.

Police bet on Netanyahu quitting, witnesses sue for torture, new documentary alleges

A new documentary alleges that Netanyahu’s corruption case has gone well beyond a standard criminal proceeding and is damaging for Israel.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu appears at the Tel Aviv District Court last month before testifying in the trial against him. He will not resign before the next scheduled election, the writer maintains.

Does the law protect trees – more than it protects people?

Mayors shared a key insight: clear goals drive fast urban renewal. The secret? Dive in, solve problems in real time. Today’s mayors act like CEOs – measured by action and results.

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Understanding the influence of shifting online gaming laws in the Middle East


A-G Baharav-Miara: Dismissal hearing part of 'political deal' aimed at ensuring gov't's survival

She warned that the hearing has devastating consequences for anyone who fills the role of attorney general in the future, as their hiring process will be subject to foreign and corrupt influences.

ATTORNEY-GENERAL Gali Baharav-Miara attends a Knesset Constitution, Law, and Justice Committee meeting in April. She says that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to advance the appointment of Maj.-Gen. David Zini as head of the Shin Bet is invalid and illegal.

National security or freedom of speech? High Court to hear arguments on Al Jazeera Law

Civil rights, some opposition MKs, and legal experts warned during the legislative process that the law could create a “chilling effect” and deter outlets from reporting freely in Israel.

An Al Jazeera logo is seen over the journalistic code of ethics in Arabic and English in an illustration.An Al Jazeera logo is seen over the journalistic code of ethics in Arabic and English in an illustration.

Knesset's new law on religious courts and what it means for democracy - opinion

The bill in question would further expand their authority, allowing rabbinical courts and Sharia courts to rule as arbitrators on civil matters.

Knesset constitution, Law and Justice Committee Chairman Simcha Rothman (standing) speaks to Justice Minister Yariv Levin in the Knesset plenum.

Haredi rabbi calls Likud MK Yuli Edelstein 'traitor' over draft law

'There’s someone in Likud who is a traitor to Israel and a scheming saboteur because he wants to rule and become prime minister,' says Butbul.

Likud MK Yuli Edelstein attends a a plenum session in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 4, 2025