Manama: The Chief of the Enforcement of Criminal Judgments Prosecution highlighted the Public Prosecution's commitment to not only issuing judgments in criminal cases but also ensuring their enforcement. This includes custodial sentences, fines, restitution, and the confiscation of funds in accordance with the law.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Chief emphasized that the Public Prosecution is dedicated to taking legal measures to assist victims in recovering their financial rights. The protection of victims' rights and interests is a crucial part of its work alongside enforcing judgments and administering justice.
In the notable case known as "Safqat" (Deals), the Public Prosecution was actively involved in investigating the case, questioning defendants, hearing witnesses and victims, tracing and securing funds and related transactions, and appointing an asset manager pending a ruling before referring the defendants to trial. The Public Prosecution followed the case through various litigation levels and exercised its right to appeal until the judgments became final and enforceable.
The Execution Prosecution enforced the custodial sentence and took necessary measures to execute the fine, confiscation, and restitution orders, including opening a civil enforcement file before the Civil Execution Court. Victims who obtained compensation judgments or orders for the return of funds can apply to the Civil Execution Court to enforce those judgments and recover their financial rights, either directly or through their lawyers.
Furthermore, the Public Prosecution is ready to cooperate with lawyers representing affected individuals by providing copies of the criminal judgments, adhering to applicable legal requirements.