The High Court of Justice began hearing a petition today to invalidate the election of Michael Ravilo as State Comptroller. Ravilo, a former lawyer to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was elected by the Knesset last week. The court will hear arguments from petitioners who claim the appointment is unlawful.
The High Court of Justice convened this morning to hear a petition challenging the election of Michael Ravilo as State Comptroller. Ravilo, a former attorney for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was elected by the Knesset on June 11, a move that drew immediate criticism from opposition lawmakers and legal watchdogs who argued it undermines the office's independence. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, the court was scheduled to hear arguments from petitioners who contend the appointment process was flawed and that Ravilo's close ties to the prime minister create a conflict of interest. The hearing, which opened at 10:07 Jerusalem time, is expected to last several hours. The court's decision, when it comes, could either affirm the Knesset's vote or order a new election for the position.
4 developments
- DevelopingState Comptroller-elect Ravilo tells High Court his election was lawful
- DevelopingKnesset legal adviser urges High Court to dismiss petitions against Ravilo appointment
- DevelopingRetired Supreme Court Judge Elron Asks to Freeze Ravilo's Appointment as State Comptroller, Says Second Vote Unlawful
- DevelopingLikud submits legal defense of Ravilo appointment to High Court
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