In Morocco, impunity does not exist": A foreigner compares Moroccan justice and European laxity

For this expatriate, the finding is clear: everyday delinquency is much less perceptible in Morocco than in Spain. He describes a living environment where the feeling of threat or the fear of pickpocketing are almost non-existent. This serenity, he explains, stems from a rigorous application of the law where offenses are sanctioned in an "energetic" manner, effectively deterring criminal acts.

The man particularly highlights the role of Moroccans in this security network. Contrary to a certain passivity that he deplores in Europe, Moroccans do not hesitate to intervene when they witness an offense, ensuring immediate consequences for the perpetrators. This social pressure, combined with police action, creates an environment where impunity has no place, strengthening collective trust.

In contrast, he points to the "laxity" that, according to him, prevails in Spain. He criticizes judicial responses deemed too slow or moderate, as well as a lesser involvement of citizens, which would leave the field open to delinquents. For this retiree, the Moroccan model, based on strict sanctions and shared community responsibility, offers a quality of life and peace of mind that he now struggles to find in his country of origin.