Moroccan Penal Code

Morocco Faces Calls to Reform Outdated Laws on Abortion and Extramarital Sex

24 September 2019

The legal proceedings for "debauchery" and "clandestine abortion" against Hajar Raïssouni, a 28-year-old journalist for the Arabic-language daily Akhbar Al-Yaoum, reflect the (…)

Morocco to Toughen Laws on Illicit Enrichment with Asset Seizure and Fines

17 May 2019

The Penal Code will soon be amended to include harsher penalties against persons found guilty of illicit enrichment.

Moroccan Teacher Arrested for Bigamy After Falsifying Documents

20 February 2019

A Moroccan woman accused of contracting a new marriage while she was already married, was arrested on Friday by the police in Meknes.

Lebanese Man Arrested in Morocco for Alleged Religious Proselytizing Near Schools

27 December 2018

A Lebanese national suspected of proselytizing near schools was arrested this week in Essaouira.