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Problems in Kosovo Chamber of Advocates

Problems in Kosovo Chamber of Advocates

On January 13, 2013, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the problems of the Kosovo Chamber of Advocates.

Tender Abuses

Tender Abuses

On December 28, 2012, the municipality of Prizren published a contract notice for “supply of food items to the members of Parliament and civil servants of the municipal administration of the city of Prizren,” according to which the interested economic operators should have submitted their documents before January 7, 2013, at 3pm. The tender, according to the laws in power, was open until January 8, 2013. Moreover, the contract notice of Ben-Af Company was issued on January 23, 2013 with the total value of 43,600 Euros or 100 Euros per person. Surprisingly, the entire administration, including Ramadan Muja, the mayor of Prizren, were caught shopping on the New Year’s Eve at the Ben-af  shopping centre . This showed that the tender was being implemented before it was supposed to be closed.

Inheritance Falsifications

Inheritance Falsifications

On February 10, 2013, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the inheritance falsifications.

The Intimidation Judge in Drenas

The Intimidation Judge in Drenas

On February 3, 2013, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the intimidation of judges in Drenas.

Problems of Implementing the Judicial System Reforms

Problems of Implementing the Judicial System Reforms

On February 3, 2013, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the problems of implementing the reforms in the judiciary system.

Court Monitoring 2012

Court Monitoring 2012

BIRN published the fifth court monitoring report, which indicates that there is a slight improvement from the previous years.

Policy Actions During 2012

Policy Actions During 2012

On January 6, 2013, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the police actions during 2012.

Justice in Kosovo 2012

Justice in Kosovo 2012

On December 23, 2012, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed all of the main events that happened that year.

Reforms within Justice System

Reforms within Justice System

The judicial system is preparing to start work in the New Year with a completely different setup. The challenges in implementing these changes are expecting to lead the Kosovo Judicial Council, KJC, to the constitutional court. The judges are sceptical about these reforms and their implementation.

The sentence of Xhabir Zharku

The sentence of Xhabir Zharku

On December 16, 2012, “Justice in Kosovo” discussed the sentence of Xhabir Zharku

Unfound detention orders

Unfound detention orders

The program raised and included these questions: How many people have been kept in detention and then freed after being deemed innocent by courts during this year? Why do Kosovo courts issue detention orders without oversight?

Illegal weapons

Illegal weapons

Justice in Kosovo has reported on illegal weapons that Kosovo Citizens use.

Investors Threatened

Investors Threatened

“Justice in Kosovo” broadcasted a report on the threats that investors endure when investing in Kosovo.

The murder in Reshtan – Suhareka

The murder in Reshtan – Suhareka

Justice in Kosovo broadcast a report on the tragedy of Kryeziu family in Reshtan – Suhareka. The report shed light on a tragic story whereby the wedding of Kujtim Kryeziu turned into a deep grief. The day after the wedding there was a brawl and people used woods, hammers, and knives between the family and friends, as reported by Justice in Kosovo.

Traffic accidents

Traffic accidents

The offense Court in Vushtrri municipality received 21 subjects for traffic violation that Blerim Kasumi, a 21-year-old had committed. The head of this court, Rifat Bllata, confirmed that on May 7, 2012 this institution sent to the Court a decision, which prevented Mr Kasumi to drive his car for five months.  But, Kosovo Police did not enforce this decision. On September 10, Blerim Kasumi killed while driving a 17-year-old youngster named Fatlum Bunjaku. The perpetrator of this act is the son of one of the most known businessmen of Vushtrria. The wife of the Police Commander in Vushtrria is employed in a business owned by Blerim’s father.