Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has emphasized that the law is enforced equally for every individual through the judicial process, reaffirming that the government maintains a strict stance of non-interference in judicial proceedings.
Speaking following a meeting held yesterday, the Minister outlined the legal procedure guiding ongoing actions, stating that all measures are taken in strict accordance with the law. He explained that matters are referred to the court system only after thorough investigations are carried out by designated investigative agencies, including the Police, the FCID, the CID, and the CIABOC.
Dr. Jayatissa noted that determinations regarding bail, the remanding of suspects, and other related courtroom proceedings fall entirely under the jurisdiction of the independent judiciary. He highlighted that suspects are afforded full legal protections, including the opportunity to present their defense through legal counsel, while judicial findings remain strictly grounded in the evidence brought before the court.
Key Developments
- Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa affirmed that the law is applied equally to all citizens through judicial mechanisms.
- Investigations by the Police, FCID, CID, and CIABOC must precede any referral of cases to court.
- Decisions regarding bail, remanding, and proceedings remain solely within the purview of the independent judiciary based on court evidence.
- The executive branch limits its role to providing the infrastructure and institutional support needed for effective law enforcement.
Underlining the government’s role, Dr. Jayatissa stated that the state’s responsibility is solely to provide the necessary infrastructure and support to ensure the law is effectively enforced. He added that anyone seeking to challenge legal actions or raise concerns regarding proceedings should utilize established legal and institutional channels, as all current actions remain aligned with the country’s legal framework.