Manama: Dr. Ali bin Fadhl Al Buainain, the Attorney General, has announced a pivotal decision to establish the Narcotics Crimes Prosecution. This new entity will be tasked with investigating and managing offences outlined in Law (15) of 2007 concerning narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The initiative aims to boost specialisation and efficiency in addressing crimes that pose significant risks to security and public health.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Counsellor Wael Boualai, Assistant Attorney General, emphasized that this decision aligns with the national plan to combat drugs, underscoring the importance of specialisation in addressing crimes that directly threaten society. The establishment of this prosecution is intended to enhance the effectiveness of investigations, expedite procedures, and ensure the proficient prosecution of offenders. This will be achieved through professional handling of crimes, considering both local and international developments.
Beyond its investigative and prosecutorial duties, the Narcotics Crimes Prosecution will engage in several crucial activities. These include collaboration with the Anti-Narcotics Directorate at the Ministry of Interior and liaising with national and international bodies involved in drug crime efforts. It will also coordinate with the International Cooperation Office on matters such as international arrest warrants, extradition of suspects and convicts, and execution of judicial requests. Furthermore, it will work with specialised prosecutions to trace illicit financial flows and proceeds from narcotics and psychotropic substance crimes. Additionally, the prosecution will prepare legislative and regulatory proposals to improve methods for combating these crimes, thereby supporting the efficiency of law enforcement and prosecution in this domain.
The creation of this specialised prosecution is part of the Public Prosecution's broader strategy to enhance the justice system. This involves redistributing tasks, fostering integration among various units, building specialised expertise in handling cases that impact security and societal stability, and heightening the effectiveness of law enforcement to address emerging criminal challenges with precision and professionalism.